Written question asked by Lord Livsey of Talgarth (Liberal Democrat) on Friday, 30 April 1999, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 6 May 1999. It was answered by Lord Hain (Labour) on Thursday, 6 May 1999 on behalf of the Welsh Office.

Welsh Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales, how many letters and representations he has received from the Brecon Beacons National Park concerning the Talgarth Relief Road (Southern Section); and how many were (a) in favour of and (b) opposed to the scheme. - Including figures.

Answer: Mr. Livsey: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales how many letters and representations he has received from the Brecon Beacons National Park concerning the Talgarth Relief Road (Southern Section); and how many were (a) in favour of and (b) opposed to the scheme. [83332] Mr. Hain: Prior to the Public Inquiry the Welsh Office Highways Directorate received one letter from the Brecon Beacons National Park Authority in support of its published proposals for a Talgarth Bypass. Following publication of the Inspector's Report, which recommended against proceeding with the published scheme, no further representations have been received. Following the transfer of functions, this issue will be a matter for the National Assembly.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 83332; 330 c459W;330 c453W
Session: 1998-99
Subjects: Construction Wales Roads Bypasses Bannau Brycheiniog Talgarth A479
Contains statistics: Yes