asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what preparations and subsequent programming he has for road and rail improvement based upon the redevelopment of Blaydon; what total estimated cost is involved; and if he will make a statement.

The report of the Land Use Transportation Study for the Tyne-Wear area including Blaydon, is expected early next year. The Blaydon to Scotswood Bridge Road scheme costing approximately £2 million is expected to start in the spring.