§ 27. Mr. Willisasked the Minister of Works what representations he has received against the proposed change of speed limit in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh.
§ Lord John HopeI have received letters from three hon. Members for Edinburgh constituencies enclosing constituent's letters on this subject. One or two other letters have been received by my Department.
§ Mr. WillisCan the right hon. Gentleman say where the demand for this change came from? Did it come from Edinburgh? Is he aware that there is a great volume of opinion in Edinburgh very much opposed to this increase in the speed limit? In view of this, will he seriously consider withdrawing the Order?
§ Lord John HopeNo, Sir. I do not think, with respect to the hon. Gentleman, that he is right in saying that there is a great volume of opinion against this. I thought it was a sensible step to take, both there and in other parks. We have to move with the times and a 20 m.p.h. 207 limit is quite unrealistic. It would be a pity if people looked upon a change from 20 m.p.h. to 30 m.p.h. as though it were a change to 60 m.p.h.
§ Mr. WillisIn view of the unsatisfactory nature of that reply, I beg to give notice that I shall seek to raise this matter on the Adjournment.
§ Lord John HopeI can assure the hon. Gentleman that it will be welcome to me.