§ Mr. FranksTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport if he will make a statement as to the current position and progress on the Dalton-in-Furness bypass on the A590; whether there has been a delay in determining the route; and what are the estimated dates for laying of the order and public inquiry for commencement and completion of the bypass.
§ Mr. Peter BottomleyProgress of the scheme has been slightly delayed by the need to investigate further the ground conditions along the proposed route of the bypass. We expect to publish statutory orders towards the year end. If required a public inquiry will be held in mid 1989. Construction could start in 1991 and the road open to traffic in 1993.