§ 32. Mr. Chetwyndasked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation whether he will review his decision not to impose a speed limit on the stretch of Durham Road, Stockton-on-Tees, between the borough boundary and the Mile House Hotel.
§ Mr. WatkinsonThe decision to remove the speed limit automatically imposed by the installation of street lighting was taken earlier this year after a full public inquiry. The reasons for my decision were stated fully in the Adjournment debate on 27th April initiated by the hon. Member. I am afraid that I can add nothing to what my right hon. Friend the Joint Parliamentary Secretary then said.
§ Mr. ChetwyndIs the right hon. Gentleman aware that, since that Adjournment debate took place, there have been two more fatal accidents, one involving a child, and will he consider, in conjunction with the local authority, whether any steps can be taken to draw attention to the particularly dangerous nature of this road in order to ensure greater safety for children on the estate?
§ Mr. WatkinsonYes, I will certainly consider that suggestion.