§ Mr. John Rodgersasked the Minister of Transport how many fatal and nonfatal accidents have been reported on the road between Knockholt and Sevenoaks, Kent; whether he will take further measures to prevent speeding and dangerous driving; and if the projected by-pass will be given a high priority among road building schemes.
§ Mr. BarnesI assume that the road referred to is the section of Route A21 between Knockholt Station and Seven-oaks—a length of about five miles. In the year ended 30th June, 1950, there were 67 accidents, of which three were fatal on this road. The proposed Seven-oaks by-pass would supersede a part of the section of road but the scheme is not one which, having regard to other more urgent projects, can be given high priority. I will investigate the traffic conditions on this road to see whether any measures can be taken to improve safety. Enforcement of the law relating to dangerous or careless driving is a matter for the police.