§ Mr. CorbynTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what is the cost of the construction of sound barrier banks on the A3 Milford bypass; how many residents will benefit from them; and what compensation is being paid to those where no barrier is proposed.
§ Mr. ChannonSound barrier banks will be provided at no additional cost. Some 70 properties will benefit by a noise reduction of 1dBa or more. Compensation will be payable under the relevant legislation. The amounts, which will be subject to negotiation with the district valuer, cannot be estimated at this stage.