§ 4. Captain Ryderasked the Minister of Transport what reports he has received on the new traffic arrangements outside the Morden Underground Station; and if he will now make a statement.
Mr. BraithwaiteThe new arrangements came into force last October. So far they seem to have reduced accidents, but they are still being watched and it is too early to come to a final conclusion as to their efficiency.
§ Captain RyderWhile thanking my hon. Friend for his effective interest in this very congested area, may I ask him whether his Department will continue to keep a very careful watch on this question?
Mr. BraithwaiteAs my hon. and gallant Friend may be aware, a meeting took place on 8th January between representatives of the local authority, the Commissioner of Police, the London Transport Executive and this Department, when the general feeling was that the new arrangements have proved beneficial, though certain modifications of bus stops 651 and adjustments of signals were desirable to increase efficiency and safety, and the matter is subject to a careful watch.