HC Deb 14 July 1937 vol 326 c1256
65. Mr. Paling

asked the Minister of Transport how many of the omnibus companies have erected shelters for their passengers at suitable points in towns and villages; and whether he is satisfied with the progress being made in this direction?

Mr. Burgin

As I explained in the reply which I gave to the hon. Member for York (Mr. Wood) on 23rd June, the provision of omnibus shelters for passengers is not within my control, and I am therefore not in a position to give the information for which the hon. Member asks.

Mr. T. Williams

Is it the case that the Traffic Commissioners under the right hon. Gentleman's Department have no control over these combines, and will not the right hon. Gentleman use his influence with the Traffic Commissioners to make some progress in this direction?

Mr. Burgin

I think there is a good deal of misconception behind that supplementary question. Perhaps the hon. Member will confer with me.

Mr. Paling

Is there anybody with any powers to help these people in the matter of shelters?