HC Deb 12 June 1940 vol 361 c1248
15. Mr. Butcher

asked the Minister of Transport whether he is aware that all entrance to, and egress from, many passenger railway stations is controlled by a passimeter, allowing only one person at a time to pass and the barrier of which is mechanically operated; and whether he will require alternative means of exit to be provided and clearly marked, so that in the event of an air raid passengers and staff may leave rapidly without congestion or panic?

Sir J. Reith

Alternative means of exit are already available at those railway stations where entrance and egress are controlled by passimeters, and in case of emergency passengers would be directed thereto.

Mr. Butcher

Will the Minister take steps to see that this alternative means of exit is clearly marked?

Sir J. Reith

Yes, Sir.