§ Mr. Cyril D. Townsendasked the Secretary of State for Transport if he has received the consultant's report on the recommended location of two M25 service areas in east Surrey and south of the M4; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mrs. ChalkerThe consultant's report on the recommended locations for the two M25 service areas on the west and south sides of London is expected within the next month.
§ Mr. Cyril D. Townsendasked the Secretary of State for Transport when he will invite tenders for the construction of two motorway service areas on the M25 at South Mimms and at Dartford.
§ Mrs. ChalkerSome difficulties have arisen over the site at the south end of the Dartford tunnel. Further consultations are taking place about the prospects of this and several alternative sites close to the River Thames to ensure that we select the best possible site. All being well, we expect to invite tenders for this and a service area at South Mimms in the late spring.