§ Mr. WoolasTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions if his Department will provide assistance to ensure the completion of the Huddersfield Canal Project. [51537]
§ Angela EagleThe Huddersfield Canal Company—a partnership of three local authorities—is seeking support from English Partnerships and the Millennium Commission in completing the restoration of a significant stretch of the Huddersfield-Rochdale Canal. The Huddersfield Narrow Canal Millennium Project is a large and very complex scheme requiring a significant level of investment from public funds. Regular discussions are taking place between English Partnerships and the Huddersfield Canal Company.
English Partnerships are currently carrying out a full economic appraisal to ensure the project aims and costs are reasonable and; the proposal robust; and that they represent good value for money.