To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions if he will visit Baldock to inspect traffic congestion on the A505 road. [79789]

My right hon. Friend is aware of the position of the proposed A505 Baldock Bypass. He has no plans at present to visit Baldock, but will bear this invitation in mind if a suitable opportunity arises.

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions when he has travelled on the A505 road between Royston, Baldock and Letchworth in the past 12 months in his official capacity. [79790]

I undertake visits to all parts of the country and records of the routes that I take are not retained.