Mr. Hugh Creegan:

The Deputy asked about the four lanes, including the bus lane and the traffic lane in each direction, and whether we can go for a three-lane staggered arrangement. The short answer is that while that may be possible in places, we have to be conscious that we are building this for the future. If the queuing extends back beyond the bus lane area into the combined lane, which the Deputy proposes we avoid, we will end up with problems. There may be places where it is the appropriate solution so we will look at it. There is also another way to get to a three-lane arrangement and reduce the land take in one or two places. A one-way piece of street may be appropriate there. We have already had discussions with one or two groups about whether that is appropriate in their particular localities. Both options are available and we will explore them.