§ 35. Mr. ALBERYasked the Home Secretary whether his attention has been called to the increasing number of motor accidents, fatal and otherwise, during week-ends; and whether, in conjunction with the Minister of Transport, he proposes to take any steps to deal with this matter?
§ Mr. CLYNESI am aware of the increase in number of such accidents and the police and traffic authorities are giving constant attention to possible measures for dealing with the position. My hon. Friend the Minister of Transport will be able to investigate and analyse the causes of such accidents under the powers proposed to be conferred on him by the Road Traffic Bill.
§ Mr. ALBERYApart from any fresh legislation, does not the right hon. Gentleman think that something might be achieved by a greater measure of control in co-operation with local authorities and associations during the crowded period of the year?
§ Mr. SPEAKERIt is no good asking Ministers for their opinions at Question time.
§ Mr. ALBERYMay I ask the right hon. Gentleman whether he will consider taking action along the lines indicated?
§ Mr. CLYNESI can only that the greatest vigilance is exercised. This is a matter of life and death, and we continually appeal to all to exercise the greatest care to avoid accidents.