§ Mr. Granvilleasked the Minister of Transport if he is aware that excessive charges are made for the use of the single road toll bridge to Hayling Island; that this bottleneck causes traffic delays and annoyance to local residents and holiday visitors; and if he will convene a meeting of all local authorities concerned together with representatives of the Transport Commission in order to abolish this wooden toll bridge in the interests of cyclists and motor users, whose dues have long ago paid for its building and upkeep.
§ Mr. BarnesI know that these charges are unpopular, and I accept the view that the bridge should be freed from tolls. Following a meeting on 28th June further discussions are to take place between the Railway Executive Committee and the County Council. If, as a result of these discussions, the County Council decide to acquire the bridge and free it from tolls, I shall be prepared to entertain an application from the County Council for a grant towards the cost.