§ 55. Mr. Doddsasked the Minister of Transport if he is aware of the worsening traffic delays at Tower Bridge, London; what estimate has been made of the cost to the public and to industry of these delays; what discussions have taken place since 1st January, 1960, to deal with the situation; what has been the result; when the next discussions are to take place; and what future improvements are planned.
§ Mr. GalbraithWe are aware that with the general increase in traffic the delays caused by the opening of the Bridge for shipping are worsening. A recent estimate is that each day-time opening causes delay costing £70, totalling over £34,000 a year.
There have been frequent discussions about methods of improving traffic conditions generally in the area and these 62W continue. Many possible methods are planned or under consideration and we are sending details to the hon. Member.