§ Mr. Wrightasked the Secretary of State for Scotland on what date he proposes to transfer to local authorities the power to install pedestrian crossings; and on what principles they at present work in deciding to install them.
§ Mr. RossNo date has been fixed, but I hope to consult local authorities in the next month or two about the number of crossings to be allowed in each area without my specific consent. The criteria for crossings are under review, but the broad policy is to install a crossing where there is a volume of traffic, at least during peak periods, which causes real difficulty for pedestrians, and a flow of pedestrians sufficient to keep the crossing in regular use during these periods.