HC Deb 24 June 1936 vol 313 cc1756-7
42. Mr. DAY

asked the Minister of Transport whether he will consider, for the purpose of conducing to the greater safety of all road users, recommending to all highway authorities the erection of signs on roads of minor importance where they cross main roads, notifying them that they are approaching main thoroughfares and should exercise special caution?

Mr. HORE-BELISHA

I have already authorised highway authorities to erect "Slow; Major Road Ahead" and "Halt at Major Road Ahead" signs as circumstances may require.

Mr. DAY

May we take it that the Minister agrees that the erection of these signs in this way will diminish the accidents at cross roads?

Mr. HORE-BELISHA

I think that the erection of these signs is to be encouraged in every appropriate place.