§ Sir R. Glynasked the Minister of Transport whether his attention has been drawn to the number of "halt, major road ahead" traffic signs that are being set up within the boundaries of boroughs; and whether he will direct the attention of the local authorities concerned to the desirability of confining traffic signals in towns to the three-colour light type, or the flashing prohibition light signal, in view of the difficulty experienced by motor drivers in distinguishing these unlit signal halt signs, when set up on a footway with shop lights and signs often obstructing a clear view even in daylight?
§ Mr. Burgin"Halt" signs may not now be erected without my authority and I am not aware that excessive numbers of them are being set up in towns. I should not be prepared as a general rule to substitute light signals of any kind for these signs. The signs are required to be either fitted with reflectors or directly illuminated at night, and I should be glad to have inquiries made into any case where a sign is alleged to be insufficiently conspicuous.