HC Deb 07 May 1958 vol 587 c1213
46. Captain Pilkington

asked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation what arrangements he is making to decrease the traffic congestion outside the north-west and south-west gates of Hyde Park.

Mr. Nugent

Permanent alterations at these gates must wait until the effect of the Park Lane Improvement Scheme has been observed, but we are discussing with my right hon. Friend the Minister of Works the possibility of making some minor easements that would help better traffic flow.

Captain Pilkington

In view of the fact that the present small temporary roundabout at the north-west entrance to the Park has eased the traffic, is there any reason why there should be any further delay before something similar is done at the south-west entrance?

Mr. Nugent

These alterations need very careful consideration to ensure that they cause benefit and not more congestion. I assure my hon. and gallant Friend that we are considering the matter urgently.