Written question asked by David Knox (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 20 January 1997. It was answered by Jonathan Evans (Conservative) on Monday, 20 January 1997 on behalf of the Welsh Office.

Welsh Office

Question: What has been the total spending by central government on roads in Wales since 1979; and how many miles of motorway and trunk roads have been constructed since that year. - Including figures. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Sir David Knox: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what has been the total spending by central Government on roads in Wales since 1979; and how many miles of motorway and trunk roads have been constructed since that year. [9917] Mr. Jonathan Evans: Since 1979, total spending on the roads programme in Wales is nearly £3 billion, including £510 million transport grant, thirty-six miles of motorway and 171 miles of trunk road have been completed or improved. Three major improvement schmes totalling another 16 miles are under construction.

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