§ 13. Mr. Jannerasked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation whether, in view of the large number of anomalies which now exist in connection with speed limits on the roads and the fact that the limits laid down in 1934 have, in many cases, become unrealistic in view of the technical development in connection with the design of motor vehicles, he will at an early date review the lists of limits with a view to introducing a comprehensive amending regulation.
§ Mr. Boyd-CarpenterI have recently asked the London and Home Counties Traffic Advisory Committee to review speed limits in the London area and specifically to recommend whether or not higher speed limits should be imposed on particular roads. Certain other aspects of speed limits are dealt with in the Road Traffic Bill and in the Motor Vehicles (Variation of Speed Limit) Regulations, 1955, now before Parliament. I have nothing to add at present on this subject generally.
§ Mr. JannerDoes the Minister not agree that after 21 years, with the experience that has been acquired during that period, it is time to have a proper revision of the regulations?
§ Mr. Boyd-CarpenterIt is partly for that reason that the various forms of action which I have indicated in my Answer, which perhaps the hon. Member will study, have been taken.
§ Mr. Ernest DaviesCan the Minister give any indication when the London and Home Counties Traffic Advisory Committee is likely to report on this matter?
§ Mr. Boyd-CarpenterI cannot give a date, but I hope it may not be long.