§ 67. Mr. David Rentonasked the Minister of Transport whether he is aware that circumstances have, in many cases, changed since the 22,600 occupational level crossings in Great Britain were first constructed; and what steps he proposes to take to bring up to date the law relating to the risks undertaken by the public in using these crossings, which are now more frequented than formerly.
§ The Minister of Transport (Mr. Barnes)I have asked the British Transport Commission to examine and report on the whole question of occupation crossings and I cannot say what action may be required until I have received and considered their report.
§ Mr. RentonIs the Minister aware that it was nearly a year ago when this serious question was first brought to his notice; that a number of serious accidents have taken place at such crossings 1586 since then; and will he do all he can to expedite the matter?
§ Mr. BarnesYes; but the hon. Member knows, as his own Question indicates, that this is a very considerable problem.