§ 82. Sir B. Jannerasked the Minister of Transport what should be the minimum width of a lay-by on a trunk road to ensure that, if it is entered by a lorry of maximum width and the driver gets out of the cabin door on the side abutting the highway, he will not be endangered by passing traffic; and what action he is taking to ensure that lay-bys are provided of no less width.
§ Mr. Tom FraserLay-bys are constructed to a width of 10 ft. normally, and up to 12 ft. on the more important roads. Lay-bys of lesser width are constructed only on roads which do not carry a substantial volume of heavy traffic. The Highway Code advises drivers to get out on the nearside whenever possible and always to ensure before opening the door that there is no danger.