§ Mr. Home RobertsonTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what public consultations he is undertaking about future investment in trunk roads in Scotland; and if he will issue a consultation document. [15951]
§ Mr. Chisholm[holding answer 14 November 1997]As part of the strategic review of Trunk Roads in Scotland we shall issue a consultation document in spring 1998 on the new trunk road appraisal system. This system will fulfil our manifesto commitment to assess road proposals against the criteria of integration, accessibility, economy, safety and environmental impact.