§ 29. Mr. FryTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what plans he has apart from the extension of the M40, for the relief of the MI between junction 1 and its junction with the M6.
§ Mr. Peter BottomleyWe are planning improvements at junction 1 and a climbing lane at junction 9. Schemes planned for the A5 will also help to relieve the M1. The trunk road programme is currently under review. We expect to make an announcement in the spring.