§ 57. Mr. Lewisasked the Minister of Transport why his Department do not consider traffic signals necessary at the Broadway-Angel Lane crossing, Stratford, E.15.
The Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Transport (Mr. Gurney Braithwaite)I have been doubtful about the need for traffic signals at this point because of the satisfactory police control here and because of the nearby fire station and busy pedestrian crossing. I propose, however, to go into this further with the local highway authority and police and will communicate with the hon. Member.
§ Mr. LewisIs the hon. Gentleman aware that I am particularly obliged to him for the latter part of his answer? Is he aware that his statement confirms the view that, because of the various points he has mentioned, plus the very busy market opposite the town hall, it is suitable? May I further ask him to have a look at this place as soon as he can and get these traffic signals installed?
Mr. BraithwaiteThe point has, of course, been carefully examined and perhaps the hon. Member will await the communication I shall be sending him shortly.