Birmingham Northern Relief Road and The Western Orbital Route

HL Deb 01 March 1995 vol 561 cc99-100WA

The Earl of Bradford

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What is the state of plans for the construction of the Birmingham Northern Relief Road and the Western Orbital Route.

Viscount Goschen

The proposals for the tolled Birmingham Northern Relief Road are presently being considered at a public inquiry. That inquiry is expected to continue until the summer. Subject to its outcome and completion of procedures the Concessionaire, Midland Expressway Limited, could start construction around 1998. The preferred route for the Western Orbital Route was announced in 1989 and 1990. The Highways Agency is continuing preparatory work.