HC Deb 15 November 1933 vol 281 cc923-4
62. Mr. HOWARD

asked the Minister of Transport whether he will take steps to see that a roundabout, similar to that at Lambeth Bridge, is constructed at the north end of the new Chelsea Bridge, instead of the light signals at present suggested?

Mr. STANLEY

Any suggestions of this nature that might be submitted to me by the London County Council would receive careful consideration, but, as at present advised, I am of opinion that apart from any question of space for a "roundabout," traffic light signals will adequately serve the purpose at much less expense.

Mr. HOWARD

Is it true that communications between the Minister's Department and the London County Council have already taken place and that it was joint action which decided in favour of these light signals? In view of the fact that Lambeth Bridge nearby has a very convenient roundabout and that there is ample space at Chelsea for a roundabout, would it not be better to have a roundabout there?

Mr. STANLEY

I am obliged to my hon. Friend for his information, some of which is inaccurate.