HC Deb 18 June 1936 vol 313 cc1157-8
33. Mr. LANSBURY

asked the Home Secretary how many fatal and other road accidents have taken place in Bow Road between Burdett Road and Bow Bridge during the past 12 months; and how many for the previous 12 months?

Sir J. SIMON

The number of road accidents involving death or personal injury recorded by the police as having occurred between Burdett Road and Bow Bridge in the 12 months ended 31st May, 1936, was 130, none of which were fatal, and the number in the preceding 12 months was also 130, four of which were fatal.

Mr. LANSBURY

I do not quite understand the right hon. Gentleman's answer. Is it for the 12 months up to 31st December?

Sir J. SIMON

No, in each case it is for the period ending 31st May.

Mr. LANSBURY

Did I understand the the right hon. Gentleman to say that there have been no fatal accidents in the second period?

Sir J. SIMON

In the later period there were no fatal accidents, as I am informed, although in the earlier period there were four.

Mr. LANSBURY

I shall have to ask the right hon. Gentleman to make further inquiries.

Sir J. SIMON

Perhaps the right hon. Gentleman will communicate with me.