62. Mr. ERSKINEasked the Minister of Transport whether his attention has been called to the growing congestion of traffic at the approach to Victoria 1605 Station; and if the advisory committee has made any suggestions for the improvement of the existing conditions?
§ Colonel ASHLEYI am aware of the traffic congestion in this neighbourhood, and various schemes have been examined with a view to affording relief. I have now approved a proposed "roundabout" system at Grosvenor Gardens, and I am in communication with the Westminster City Council with a view to arranging for it to be put into experimental operation. I hope that this scheme will provide substantial relief.
Mr. ERSKINEMy question deals with the Victoria Street approaches to Victoria Station. May I ask the right hon. Gentleman a question on that?
§ Colonel ASHLEYPerhaps the hon. Member will put down a Question, or I will communicate with him privately.
§ Commander BELLAIRSCan the right hon. Gentleman say whether any alteration is to be carried out in Grosvenor Gardens itself before he introduces the roundabout system?
§ Colonel ASHLEYSpeaking without having gone into the matter, I think no change is to be made.
§ Commander BELLAIRSIt is much needed, especially in the pavement space.