§ 16. Major BEAUMONT THOMASasked the Minister of Transport how many sets of automatic traffic signals have been installed in London; whether he is satisfied that these signals have been erected in the right positions; and whether he has yet received any report as to their efficincy?
§ The MINISTER of TRANSPORT (Mr. Pybus)There are traffic control signals in operation at 30 intersections in Greater London, 18 of which are included in the Oxford Street scheme. Light control signals require an authorisation under the provisions of the Road Traffic Act, 1930, before they are brought into use and this is only issued when I am 1768 advised that the signals are in appropriate positions. I have received reports as to the installations which have been in use for some time and these show that the signals are proving themselves efficient in operation and of considerable value from the point of facilitating traffic and ensuring safety.
§ 18. Major THOMASasked the Minister of Transport whether uniformity is being maintained with regard to the erection of traffic light-signals throughout the country?