HC Deb 19 February 1930 vol 235 cc1380-1
90. Major HARVEY

asked the Minister of Transport if he proposes to take any steps in order to remedy the existing situation in regard to road communications with Hallsands?

Mr. HERBERT MORRISON

These roads are at present maintainable by the Kingsbridge Urban District Council. The county council will become the responsible authority as from the 1st April next, and I am informed that consideration will then be given to their improvement.

Major HARVEY

Are not these roads maintained by the Kingsbridge Rural District Council?

Mr. MORRISON

I am advised that they are at present maintained by the Kingsbridge Urban District Council.

Major HARVEY

Is the hon. Gentleman aware that they are about nine miles from Kingsbridge, and cannot possibly be within the area of the urban district council. I think there must be some misapprehension.

Mr. MORRISON

It is always possible that there may be a mistake, but that is the only answer that I have this afternoon. If I am in error, I will advise the hon. and gallant Member.