HC Deb 07 July 1947 vol 439 cc1797-8
70. Captain John Crowder

asked the Minister of Transport what steps have been taken to make Lyttelton Road, Finchley, safer for pedestrians crossing the road and particularly for children who have to cross it on their way to and from school.

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

As soon as the necessary labour can be made available minor improvement works will be carried out at the Norrice Lea road junction and central refuges will be provided to give pedestrians a better and safer opportunity of crossing the road. The sequence of signals at Bishop's Avenue is also being examined, to see whether improved conditions can be obtained at that junction.

Captain Crowder

Is the Minister aware that I am still receiving letters from my constituents pointing out the dangers of this road, especially for children, and can he expedite an improvement?

Mr. Strauss

I appreciate that it is a dangerous road, and the improvements of which I spoke have been given the highest priority.

Lieut.-Commander Braithwaite

Is the hon. Gentleman aware that there are some hon. Members of this House who reside in that locality, whose lives are equally important?

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