§ Mr. Eyreasked the Minister of Transport to what extent the recent restrictions on local government expenditures will delay the changeover to the new traffic signs; and when she now expects the programme to be completed.
§ Mr. John MorrisNot at all. The phasing of the programme is now under review in the light of the latest estimates of cost. We, therefore, cannot yet say when the full conversion programme will be completed.
§ Mr. Eyreasked the Minister of Transport if she will make a statement on the progress made to date in the changeover of road traffic signs to those recommended by the Worboys Report and as enacted by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions, 1964.
§ Mr. John MorrisProgress had to be delayed under the measures adopted last year in the national interest for deferring capital expenditure. The changeover period for regulatory signs was extended by Regulations in April from 2 to 3 years.