asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what requests he has received from householders in Walsall Road, Perry Barr, for compensation under the provisions of the Land Compensation Act 1973, in view of recent road works converting it into a dual carriageway ; and what reply he has given.

None. This highway improvement is the responsibility of Birmingham City Council. It will be for it to consider any claims for compensation under the Land Compensation Act 1973. I understand, however, the council intends to publish noise maps in accordance with the provisions of the Noise Insulation Regulations 1973.