Written question asked by John Heddle (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 20 October 1989. It was answered by Robert Atkins (Conservative) on Friday, 20 October 1989 on behalf of the Department of Transport.

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Written question

Question

To give interim comment on discussions taking place between local authority associations & DTp on impact which an increase in maximum permitted weight of heavy goods vehicles to 40 tonnes will have on highway & bridge structures & in particular the funding of any enhancement to take account of heavier vehicles

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

158 c259W

Session

1988-89

Subjects

Bridges Finance Large goods vehicles Local government Roads Road works Weight limits