§ 26. Mr. Andrew F. BennettTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what discussions he has had with North West Water about the cost of the M66 motorway over Audenshaw reservoir No. 3; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. ChopeA number of discussions have been held with North West Water, because construction of the M66 motorway will reduce the storage capacity of Audenshaw reservoir No. 3. A new pipeline from the Goyt valley is to be provided as a replacement facility. The reasonable costs of providing the pipeline will be met by the Department.