HC Deb 29 July 1959 vol 610 c108W
Mr. Atkins

asked the Minister of Works when he intends to install the new litter baskets on the north and south sides of the Mall as recommended by the Rodgers Committee.

Mr. H. Nicholls

My right hon. Friend is not satisfied that this type of litter basket, which requires a permanent fixing, is as suitable for the conditions in the Mall as the conventional wire baskets. Permanently fixed baskets are more liable to suffer damage and to cause injury when crowds gather on ceremonial occasions. The wire baskets at present in use are safe and efficient, and their numbers can easily be varied to suit the demand.