§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales on what grounds he bases his proposals for widening the Queensferry bypass; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. David HuntBased on current and projected traffic flow data additional carriageway capacity is needed along the section of the A494 from the River Dee to Ewloe which includes the section known as the Queensferry bypass, to avoid serious congestion and a deterioration in road safety. The proposal to improve the section of road is currently the subject of a public consultation exercise.