§ Sir Clive Bossomasked the Minister of Transport how many broken-down commercial vehicles, private motor cars and 281W motor cycles were removed from the Severn Bridge during the first 12 months since it was opened; and what was the total of the fees recovered in respect of this service.
§ Mr. CarmichaelBetween 9th September, 1966 and 8th September, 1967, we understand that 103 commercial vehicles, 302 private cars and 7 motor cycles were removed from the bridge and that the charges being recovered amount to £2,100.
§ Sir Clive Bossomasked the Minister of Transport when the charges for the recovery of broken-down vehicles from the Severn Bridge will be reviewed.
§ Mr. CarmichaelI have nothing to add at present to the Answer given to the hon. Member for Leominster (Sir Clive Bossom) on 31st May, 1967.—[Vol. 747, c.15.]
§ Sir Clive Bossomasked the Minister of Transport what was the cost of providing the service for the recovery of broken-down vehicles from the Severn Bridge during the first 12 months since it was opened.
§ Mr. CarmichaelThe figure is not yet available from the operators.
§ Sir Clive Bossomasked the Minister of Transport what was the income from the tolls paid by users of the Severn Bridge during the first 12 months since it was opened.
§ Mr. CarmichaelAbout £720,000.