HC Deb 28 November 1962 vol 668 cc385-6
28. Mr. Gurden

asked the Minister of Transport what steps are being taken to fence the New Forest roads, in view of the large number of accidents to animals.

Mr. Hay

A comprehensive scheme has been prepared by the verderers for confining the ponies and cattle to the Forest. As part of this scheme, we hope soon to fence the trunk road A.31 through the forest.

Mr. Gurden

I thank my hon. Friend for that reply. In the meantime, will he use his new powers to impose a speed limit while this work is being carried out on the parts most affected?

Mr. Hay

I will draw that suggestion to the attention of my right hon. Friend, and it will be considered.

Mr. Turton

Is the Minister giving any grant towards this work?

Mr. Hay

The A.31 is all trunk road, and the expense involved is ours entirely.