§ 51 and 52. Colonel GOODMANasked the Minister of Transport (1) what mileage of roads is marked into traffic lanes; what action is taken to bring to the attention of road users the desirability of observing such indication; and what information he has to show that such action is adequate;
(2) what mileage of Class I roads is adapted to bear, respectively, three and four lanes for traffic; and what proportion of such mileage is so marked?
§ Mr. HORE-BELISHAStatistics on this basis which, were they kept, would be in constant need of revision, are not available. With regard to the second question, I would refer my hon. and gallant Friend to paragraph 82 of the Highway Code. The prevention of dangerous or careless driving is a matter for the police.
§ Colonel GOODMANCan the right hon. Gentleman say whether it is not the fact that the proportion of accidents taking place on roads so marked is almost negligible?
§ Mr. HORE-BELISHAI should not care to say that without notice, but I will have it verified.
§ Sir W. BRASSWill my right hon. Friend consider circularising the local authorities in order to get more of the roads marked into traffic lanes?
§ Mr. HORE-BELISHAAs my hon. and gallant Friend is aware, that course has been pursued, but I will see whether any further steps can be taken.