§ 39. Mr. Biggs-Davisonasked the Minister of Transport how many accidents have occurred on the Epping New Road within Buckhurst Hill, and where; and how many have resulted in death or serious injury.
§ Mr. SwinglerThere were 11 accidents in 1965 between Whitehall Lane and Rangers Road. None was fatal, but three involved serious injury. Most of the accidents happened in the vicinity of junctions. I am writing to the hon. Gentleman.
§ Mr. Biggs-DavisonIs the hon. Gentleman aware that only yesterday constituents of mine reported to me another serious accident at this black spot? May my constituents and I at least have an assurance that the Minister of Transport will favourably consider the proposals of the county highways committee for a new type of "pedestrian crossing ahead" sign and overhead flashing beacons?
§ Mr. SwinglerI am sorry to hear that there has been a further accident. Measures to improve safety by the introduction of signal control or a pedestrian crossing are being urgently considered, and the hon. Gentleman will hear the results shortly.