HC Deb 14 November 1991 vol 198 c640W
Mr. Murphy

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what were the causes of the recent flooding in the Conwy tunnel; and what remedies he proposes to prevent further flooding.

Sir Wyn Roberts

There has been no flooding of the Conwy tunnel. The westbound carriageway was closed for two hours on 1 November to deal with a faulty heat/gas detection sensor.

169. Mr. Murphy

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales if detergents used for cleaning of the Conwy crossing tunnel will be discharged into the Conwy estuary; and how the discharge will be treated.

Sir Wyn Roberts

Detergents are discharged into the public foul sewer. The type used in the tunnel are of a fully biodegradable kind.

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