HC Deb 27 January 1937 vol 319 cc935-6
40. Mr. Leach

asked the Minister of Transport how many lengths of road have been the subject of public inquiries under Section 1 of the 1934 Act; and how many of them have been de-restricted?

Mr. Hore-Belisha

302 lengths of road have been the subject of public inquiries under this Section. Of these, 184 have been or are being freed from restriction.

Mr. Leach

Is it the purpose of the Minister to continue this policy of de-restriction in face of the wishes of all the large municipalities in the matter?

Mr. Hore-Belisha

If Parliament entrusts me with a duty, however invidious it may be, I must discharge it.

Mr. Leach

Will the right hon. Gentleman try to maintain confidence, if he really wants to reduce accidents?

Mr. Hore-Belisha

Yes, Sir.

Mr. Leach

The right hon. Gentleman is not doing it yet.