§ Mr. Leslie Huckfieldasked the Minister of Transport what instructions on safety measures and warning signs were given to contractors engaged on the rebuilding of Red Gate Junction, on the A5, Watling Street, near Nuneaton.
§ Mr. Leslie Huckfieldasked the Minister of Transport whether he will examine present arrangements for the warning of motorists and diversions of traffic during the period of the reconstruction of Red Gate Junction on the A5, Watling Street, near Nuneaton.
Mr. Bob BrownThe arrangements were modified on 22nd May. A further examination was carried out on the site on Friday, 24th May, as a result of which more signs are being erected. Traffic signals will be provided on an experimental basis.
§ Mr. Leslie Huckfieldasked the Minister of Transport whether he will re-examine completely the scheme for reconstruction of Red Gate Junction on the A5, Watling Street, near Nuneaton, following several serious accidents.
Mr. Bob BrownOnly one serious accident has been reported since work began. Safety measures during roadworks are arranged by the contractor in consultation with the police, subject to supervision by the Minister's agent authority; they require continual modification as work progresses.
§ Mr. Leslie Huckfieldasked the Minister of Transport what reply he has given to representations made to him about road traffic accidents occurring in connection with the reconstruction of Red Gate Junction, on the A5, Watling Street, near Nuneaton.
Mr. Bob BrownApart from the representation made by my hon. Friend, no representations have been received.