HC Deb 10 April 1935 vol 300 cc1163-4W
Captain P. MACDONALD

asked the Minister of Transport what reduction took place in the number of toll roads and toll bridges in Great Britain during the financial year ended 31st March; how many of each now remain; and how many of these are owned by railway companies, local authorities, and Government Departments, respectively?

Mr. HORE-BELISHA

The following toll roads and toll bridges remain in Great Britain:

Ownership. Toll Roads. Toll Bridges.
Private individuals and Companies. 48 54
Railway Companies 4 9
Local Authorities 2 8
Government Departments. 1
54 72

No toll roads or toll bridges were freed during the financial year 1934–35 but one toll bridge has since been freed.