35. Mr. G. Wilsonasked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation whether he is in a position to report progress on the experiment he is conducting in the regulation of traffic by markings on the carriageway.
§ Mr. WatkinsonYes, Sir. The new system of carriageway markings which I announced on 13th December is now virtually complete on the Portsmouth and Dover roads. It will, I believe, be of great assistance to drivers. Some motorists are still unaware of the meaning of the markings and I am arranging in conjunction with the motoring organisations for further publicity. The rule is that drivers must keep to the left of, and avoid parking within, the solid white line when it is on their side of the road.
Mr. WilsonWill my right hon. Friend give the greatest publicity to these notices? These lines have proved of great value.
§ Mr. WatkinsonI am grateful to my hon. Friend. This is something which could make our roads a great deal safer. I hope that motorists will give them a good and fair trial.