§ Mr. Andrew GeorgeTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what assessment he has made of the need for a national strategy to deal with the disruption caused to local communities when companies seek to lay water, gas, electricity and telecommunication services along essential transport routes. [61313]
§ Ms Glenda JacksonAs the White Paper "New Deal for Transport: Better for Everyone" makes clear, we intend to consult on options for an incentive system, with penalties, to minimise disruption to all road users, and to encourage improved co-ordination of road works. I expect to begin this process in the New Year.