Written question asked by Edward Timpson (Conservative) on Wednesday, 4 November 2009, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 9 November 2009. It was answered by Chris Mole (Labour) on Wednesday, 11 November 2009 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

Roads: Finance

Question: (8) how much his Department (a) has spent and (b) plans to spend on the (i) M5 junctions 18 to 18a Lawrence Weston overbridge replacement, (ii) A1 Colsterworth to Little Ponton gap closures, (iii) M6 hard shoulder strengthening works, (v) A38 Carkeel Roundabout footbridge and (v) M6 junction 7 to Perry Barr southbound resurfacing; and what the total projected cost of each is;

Original answer: A table which gives the estimated costs for the schemes listed above and spend on them as at the end of October 2009 has been placed in the Libraries of the House.For major schemes, total project costs are given as range estimates in accordance with the Highways Agency's operating procedures. Start of works and completion dates have been given for the major schemes (where appropriate) which have been used in the assumptions underpinning the range estimates. Range estimates are updated at key stages during the development of a project and will take into account any changes in start or completion dates.The non-major schemes are a combination of routine and major maintenance projects, local network management schemes (LNMS) and Fiscal Stimulus projects. Forecasts are point estimates based on best information available and are subject to changes in priorities and affordability.

It has since been corrected.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 499 c368-70W; 298826
Session: 2008-09
Related items: Correction to Written Answers
Tuesday, 1 December 2009
Written statements
House of Commons; Correction to Commons Written Answer
Tuesday, 1 December 2009
Written statements
House of Lords
Notes: Answer corrected on 1 December 2009 at 501 c122WS.
Subjects: Finance Roads
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk