asked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation if he is aware of the continued danger and inconvenience to pedestrians using Thorpe Narrows in Thorpe St. Andrew, Norfolk; and if he can now state when it is anticipated that permission will be given for the widening of this road to take place.

I am aware of the traffic conditions on this road and my right hon. Friend has approved the preparation of an improvement scheme and the acquisition of the necessary land in the hope that next year funds may be available to enable the works to be put in hand.