§ 80. Mr. Peter Freemanasked the Minister of Transport how many level crossings still exist over main roads; and what steps are being taken to replace them with bridges or tunnels.
§ Mr. BarnesThere are 913 level crossings on trunk roads and other class I roads. The rate at which they can be eliminated depends on the relative priority of this and other urgent works. I am prepared to consider applications from highway authorities for grants towards the elimination of level crossings on classified roads.