HC Deb 24 July 1950 vol 478 c21
42. Sir T. Moore

asked the Minister of Transport what action he proposes to take in regard to the representations made to him by the Ayr County Council and others for establishing suitable safety arrangements along trunk road A 77, adjacent to Prestwick Airport.

Mr. Barnes

I have approved warning signs on the trunk road near the airport, and they will shortly be erected. Arrangements are already in force to control road traffic while aircraft are passing over the road at low altitude.

Sir T. Moore

Is this recklessly rapid decision, after five months' delay, by any chance due to the fact that this Question appears on the Order Paper?

Mr. Barnes

If it is, it justifies Parliamentary action.

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