HC Deb 02 November 1955 vol 545 c1018
49. Mr. G. Thomas

asked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation whether he is aware of the sharp increase in heavy traffic using the Penarth Road, Cardiff, since the abolition of the toll; and whether he will now consent to the placing of zebra crossings at appropriate places on this road.

Mr. Boyd-Carpenter

The Cardiff City Council has not approached me over this; I will gladly consider any suggestions that are made.

Mr. Thomas

Is the Minister aware that at a recent public meeting of residents in this area considerable concern was expressed at the increased danger, and that if he consults the Cardiff police he will find that they support this recommendation?

Mr. Boyd-Carpenter

As I have said, I will gladly consider any recommendation that is made, but, as I told the hon. Member, the city council, as the highway authority, has not made any recommendation to me about this.