HC Deb 19 October 1988 vol 138 c974W
Mr. Spearing

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what further action he has taken, or expects to take, considering on the Horne report on roads and utilities.

Mr. Peter Bottomley

Proposals for legislation, developed in consultation with the street works advisory committee, are advancing.

Progress is being made jointly with the utilities and highway authorities in producing the technical systems and documents required to support the new arrangements, including specifications for reinstatements, a code of practice for diversionary works, training and certification of workmen and a computerised street works register.

Legislation will be introduced when a suitable opportunity can be found.