HC Deb 10 April 1941 vol 370 c1717W
Mr. De la Bère

asked the Minister of Transport whether he will give consideration to the use of phosphorescent and luminous paint in marking the roads for motor-driving throughout the country, to making the fullest possible use of luminous paint on Government vehicles, and to making provision for the sale of this to the ordinary public as a means of minimising and preventing fatalities at night?

Lieut.-Colonel Moore-Brabazon

I have considered this matter, and am advised that none of the phosphorescent or luminous paints so far available can be relied upon to remain usefully visible throughout the hours of darkness; in view of this and of the high cost of luminous paint, they are not to be recommended for the marking of carriageways. I am not aware that the public have difficulty in securing supplies.