Jim Tolson

8 Jun 2007 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive what plans it has made to secure the necessary capital funding for a new Forth crossing.

Answer · Stewart Stevenson: The Forth ReplacementCrossing Study has now concluded and Transport Scotland is considering the study findings. A paper is being prepared for the Cabinetto consider options and potential funding mechanisms. An announcement will be madeafter the Cabinet has ha…

8 Jun 2007 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive what the most recent estimate is of the cost of a new Forth crossing.

Answer · Stewart Stevenson: The Forth Replacement Crossing Study has now concluded and Transport Scotland is considering the study findings. A paper is being prepared for the Cabinet to consider options and associated costs to allow an early decision on this important project.</p>

8 Jun 2007 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive what options are being considered in respect of a new Forth crossing and what the timescale is for such consideration.

Answer · Stewart Stevenson: The ForthReplacement Crossing Study has now concluded and Transport Scotland is considering the study findings. The options whichhave been considered can be found in the third report from the study which canbe found at <a href="http://www.transportscotland.go…

8 Jun 2007 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive when it intends to make a decision on a new Forth crossing.

Answer · Stewart Stevenson: The ForthReplacement Crossing Study has now concluded and Transport Scotland is considering the study findings. A paper is beingprepared for the Cabinet to consider options and associated costs to allow anearly decision on this important project.</p>