HC Deb 04 February 1959 vol 599 c378
33. Sir L. Plummer

asked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation what progress has been made with the provision of traffic lights at the junction of Gower Street and Hampstead Road, London.

Mr. Nugent

We are having a careful study made of the causes of accidents over the past two years to determine what are the right measures to cope with this awkward and heavily-trafficked stretch of road. Traffic light signals will be considered but it is as yet by no means certain that they are the right answer.

Sir L. Plummer

Is the Minister aware that, roughly speaking, that is the answer which he gave me two years ago and that in the meantime the rate of accidents at this junction has increased? In view of the fact that this is a dangerous junction, will he make up his mind quickly about what he intends to do?

Mr. Nugent

I accept that the hon. Member asked a similar Question some eighteen months ago. In the last six months the accident record there has deteriorated and I have asked for an urgent report on the matter. I hope that I shall be in a position very shortly to decide what action should be taken.

Sir L. Plummer

Does the hon. Member mean that the number of accidents has increased?

Mr. Nugent

Yes.