75. Miss Cazaletasked the Minister of Transport whether, in order to safeguard the amenities of the countryside, he will take steps to control the design and layout of petrol stations along the public highway?
§ Mr. Hore-BelishaLocal authorities already possess substantial powers, and on trunk roads, from the date of my becoming the highway authority, I shall certainly make suitable use of the powers which Parliament has given.
Miss GazaletDoes the right hon. Gentleman not think that further supervision and control are immediately required?
§ Mr. Hore-BelishaThe local authorities have the power, and I share the hon. Lady's desire that they should use it.