HC Deb 14 December 1933 vol 284 c519
83. Mr. STOURTON

asked the Minister of Transport if he is aware that the issue of Circular 282A (Roads), of 1929, has failed to induce highway authorities to make extensive use of non-slipping road-surface materials; and if he will now take steps to enforce the use of such materials with a view to minimising the risk of accidents?

The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the MINISTRY of TRANSPORT (Lieut.-Colonel Headlam)

My Divisional Road Engineers report that the method of surface treatment suggested in Circular No. 282 (Roads) is being generally followed by highway authorities and that there has been a marked improvement in the provision of non-skid road surfaces. We are, however, reviewing this matter in connection with the investigation of the circumstances and causes of road accidents. If my hon. Friend can draw my attention to particular cases, I will have inquiry made.

Mr. H. WILLIAMS

Would the Parliamentary Secretary send a copy of that circular to the City of Westminster, the most perilous part of the United Kingdom?

Mr. BURNETT

Is it not the case that when granite chips are used these slips do not occur?