HC Deb 05 March 1951 vol 485 c12
20. Sir Austin Hudson

asked the Minister of Transport what traffic alterations are contemplated on Victoria Embankment as a result of the abolition of the tramways; and whether he will consider using a portion of the space which will become available as a car park.

Mr. Barnes

Trams will probably continue to run on the Victoria Embankment until the autumn of 1952. No decision has yet been reached as to what alterations in the layout of the road will then be made, but the matter is under consideration by the Westminster City Council as highway authority.

Sir A. Hudson

Will the right hon. Gentleman assure the House that an opportunity will not be lost of making a great improvement there when the trams disappear?

Mr. Barnes

I think the hon. Member can rest content that we shall keep in touch with the Westminster City Council on this matter.