HC Deb 18 November 1947 vol 444 cc165-6W
96. Major Lloyd

asked the Minister of Transport if he is aware of the concern which is felt throughout Scotland as to the effect of the decision to reduce substantially the labour force on road maintenance; and whether in view of the fact that this decision will reduce still further the standard of road maintenance on the roads in Scotland, which already leaves much to be desired, he will reconsider this decision.

Mr. Callaghan

My right hon. Friend is aware that the decision to reduce the number of men employed on road maintenance has caused concern, but the reduction is an essential part of the temporary postponement of schemes of capital investment. A close watch will be kept on road conditions.