HC Deb 21 January 1937 vol 319 cc325-6
19. Sir Arthur Michael Samuel

asked the Home Secretary whether in response to complaints by a public authority, he is taking steps, with the help of the local police, to abate the nuisance arising from the stream of motor-cyclists at motorcycle trials on some of the public roads and lanes in Surrey?

Sir J. Simon

I have been in communication with the Chief Constable of Surrey who informs me that the police pay close attention to these trials and take appropriate action to deal with any infringements of the law.

Sir A. M. Samuel

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that these motor-cycle trials in the lanes of Surrey are actually imperilling the lives of pedestrians?

Sir J. Simon

I am sure the police have that consideration in mind, but, of course, if the matter is one of the regulation of traffic, I rather think that it must come under the Road Traffic Act or the local by-laws.

Sir A. M. Samuel

Will the right hon. Gentleman get into touch with the proper authorities and ask them to see that people's lives are no longer imperilled by this nuisance?

Sir J. Simon

I think the fact that my hon. Friend has asked this question, will call attention to it. No doubt the matter is being considered.

Mr. Ede

Will the right hon. Gentleman arrange for one of these trials to take place at Walton Heath where he can watch it?

Sir J. Simon

I always keep my eye on the ball.