Written question asked by Andrew Bennett (Labour) on Tuesday, 6 January 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 14 January 2004. It was answered by David Jamieson (Labour) on Wednesday, 14 January 2004 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

Dept for Transport

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if he will make a statement on (a) the causes of flooding on the M60 between Denton and Hollinwood and (b) progress in addressing the causes.

Answer: Andrew Bennett: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport if he will make a statement on (a) the causes of flooding on the M60 between Denton and Hollinwood and (b) progress in addressing the causes. [146836] Mr. Jamieson: Areas of water seepage at a number of locations on the M60 have been identified. These areas have been inspected and testing of the road material has taken place. The Highways Agency are awaiting the results of spray and drainage investigations. These results together will be used to identify remedial works that may be necessary. In the meantime, warning signs have been placed on part of the Denton-Middleton section of the M60 motorway to alert drivers to the possibility of excess water on the carriageway.

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