HC Deb 24 June 1936 vol 313 c1754
34. Mr. ANDERSON

asked the Minister of Transport how many accidents (fatal and non-fatal) have occurred during the last six months on the Barnet by-pass road; and why this road is not adequately lighted?

The MINISTER of TRANSPORT (Mr. Hore-Belisha)

All the fatal accidents, numbering five, on this road during the last six months have occurred in daylight, and only 18 out of 60 non-fatal accidents occurred after lighting-up time. Street lighting is a responsibility of the local authority, and I am informed that the Hendon Borough Council propose to improve this on the northern portion of the by-pass.

Mr. ANDERSON

Does that mean that they are going to light the greater portion of the road?

Mr. HORE-BELISHA

I understand so, but it is not perfectly certain, because I am not the authority.

Mr. ANDERSON

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware of the serious danger on a road of this description owing to it not being lighted, and can he use his influence to have this done without any serious delay?

Mr. HORE-BELISHA

Yes, I always use my influence in the right direction.