§ 96. Sir T. Mooreasked the Minister of Transport whether he is aware that some local authorities are concreting bridle tracks in their areas; whether, in view of 147W the fact that such tracks were specifically provided for the use of horse riders and that it is obligatory upon the authorities or owners concerned to maintain them for that purpose, steps will be taken to advise all concerned that the action of concreting them is not only unlawful but is liable to cause damage to horses and riders; and what is the policy of his Department with regard to bridle tracks over land owned by the Government.
§ Mr. BarnesI am advised that the question whether there is an obligation to maintain a bridle track for the use of horse riders depends on whether it has been dedicated as a highway, and if so on the circumstances and conditions of dedication. The matter is not one in which I have any jurisdiction. As regards bridle tracks over land owned by my Department, I will consider any representations the hon. and gallant Member may wish to make.