To ask the Secretary of State for Transport how much the A595 Parton-Lillyhall bypass will cost; when the scheme will be completed; and what assessment he has made of the effects of the bypass on Copeland. (117207)

The cost for the A595 Parton to Lillyhall scheme is £35.2 million. The scheme is due to be completed in winter 2008.

An environmental statement and an economic impact report have been published for the scheme, which includes the Copeland hinterland, copies of which have been placed in the Library of the House.