Written question asked by Charles Kennedy (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 17 July 1997. It was answered by Donald Dewar (Labour) on Thursday, 17 July 1997 on behalf of the Scottish Office.

Scottish Office

Question: If he will institute an immediate review by a senior advocate of the Skye Bridge toll order. - Includes ref to 297 c288-90W

Answer: Mr. Charles Kennedy: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will institute an immediate review by a senior advocate of the Skye Bridge toll order. [9153] Mr. Dewar: The Invergarry-Kyle of Lochalsh Trunk Road (A87) Extension (Skye Bridge Crossing) Toll Order 1992 sets out the tolling regime for the bridge. My officials will consider the terms of the Toll Order in the light of the decision of the High Court in the appeal and my decision on toll levels for regular users set out in my reply to the hon. Member on 4 July, Official Report, columns 288-90. There is no case for the wider review suggested.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 9153; 298 c269W
Session: 1997-98
Subjects: Bridges Roads Tolls Skye bridge
Legislation: Invergarry-Kyle of Lochalsh Trunk Road (A87) Extension (Skye Bridge Crossing) Toll Order 1992