§ 30. Mr. Brockwayasked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation if he will authorise the installation of traffic signals at the corner of Upton Court Road and Bath Road, Slough.
§ Mr. NugentWe are considering alternative proposals for an improved layout of this junction and have not yet decided what is the best scheme to adopt.
§ Mr. BrockwayIs the hon. Gentleman aware that the people and the Council of Slough have co-operated with the Ministry in safety experiments in the town, and that this is still a dangerous spot? Ten days ago, eight people were injured here. While we appreciate what the Ministry is proposing for the widening of the highway in this area, may I ask whether the Minister would agree that the very widening of it is likely to make the installation of traffic lights more necessary?
§ Mr. NugentAs the hon. Gentleman knows, there is some difference of opinion between our divisional road engineer and the Slough local authority as to what is the right solution there. That is why there has been some delay in settling the matter, but I am hopeful that we shall be able to reach agreement very shortly. We both want the same result, and I shall be very glad to see this road improvement carried out.