HC Deb 11 March 1936 vol 309 cc2117-8
29. Mr. HOPKIN

asked the, Minister of Transport what the position is regarding the Llansaint-Kidwelly road; and when work will be commenced to make it passable for all vehicles?

Mr. HORE-BELISHA

Kidwelly town council and Carmarthen county council are to confer on this matter.

Mr. HOPKIN

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that a number of colliers have to go many miles out of their way because this road is impassable?

Mr. HORE-BELISHA

I am extremely sorry to hear that, but, as I say, there is a dispute between the town council and the county council as to responsibility for the road, and I have no control over that.

Mr. THORNE

In the case of a dispute between two local authorities cannot the Minister settle the matter?

Mr. HORE-BELISHA

Not at this stage, no appeal having been made.