asked the Minister of Transport what progress is being made with the Dobbs Weir—Walthamstow Viaduct road scheme?

I assume that the hon. Member's question relates to the proposed road between Dobbs Weir and the North Circular road in Walthamstow. Parts of the route in the urban district of Chingford have already been constructed with provision for widening at a later date. The Essex County Council have taken steps to safeguard the line of route north of Chingford, but I understand that construction is not contemplated on this section at present.

Can the right hon. Gentleman give any indication as to when the remainder of the road will be completed?

The road is in five sections. The situation is somewhat complicated; perhaps the hon. Member will have a word with me.