HC Deb 21 April 1947 vol 436 cc587-8
18. Mr. Skeffington-Lodge

asked the Minister of Transport whether, in the interests of road safety, he will initiate ex- periments with coloured surfaces for pedestrian crossings and, if they prove helpful, bring them into general use.

The Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Transport (Mr. G. R. Strauss)

A number of experiments have already been made using coloured surfaces for pedestrian crossings and my right hon. Friend is at present reviewing the results.

Mr. Skeffington-Lodge

Would my hon. Friend consider experimenting with the use of luminous paint for these crossings? It would, at least, enhance their visibility during the hours of darkness.

Mr. Strauss

I rather doubt whether that is practicable, but I will certainly have it looked into.

Lieut.-Colonel Sir Thomas Moore

Would the Minister consider selecting the colours red for danger, and blue for safety?