§ Mr. Tony BanksTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what information he has regarding the total cost per annum arising from traffic congestion in London; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. AtkinsThe Department does not make estimates of the annual cost of traffic congestion in London. Congestion causes major problems and the Government have just announced further proposals for dealing with them.
§ Mr. Tony BanksTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what steps he takes to consider the implications for London traffic flows arising from various building developments in the capital.
§ Mr. AtkinsThe traffic implications of most new development in London is for the boroughs to consider as part of their development control and planning responsibilities under the Town and Country Planning Acts. The Government consider the traffic implications of new development affecting trunk roads on a case-by-case basis. It has established special liaison arrangements with the boroughs and the London Docklands development corporation over developments in docklands.