asked the Secretary of State for Transport what are the objections to providing access in Loughton to the Cambridge-bound carriageway of the M11.

There is no clear traffic demand at present but we shall review the position after the M25 round the north-east of London is complete.

Is my hon. Friend aware that demand is frequently expressed to me? In due course, will she be prepared to discuss that access with those concerned?

I am aware that there has been some demand for a full interchange at that point on the M11. That demand has been opposed in previous inquiries by the county council and the district council on the grounds that it would attract much more traffic into local unsuitable roads and that we should await completion of the northeast quadrant of the M25 with an AI21 interchange before reaching a decision. Of course, I shall be prepared to meet interested parties at any time.