Mr. WINTERTIONasked the Minister of Transport why no progress has been made with the removal of the toll-house at Lount cross-roads, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, where a motorist was burnt to death after a collision in July last; whether he is aware that there have been several narrow escapes of accidents at this spot since his attention was last called to the matter; and what steps he proposes to take to bring about the removal of the building, which is an obstruction and a danger to the community?
§ Mr. HERBERT MORRISONI am informed that the Leicestershire County Council have been in negotiation with the owner of the Lount Toll-gate, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, for the acquisition of the toll-gate cottage at Lount cross-roads, and it is hoped that a settlement will be reached at an early date. As soon as the property has been acquired, the county council will arrange for its demolition.