HC Deb 07 December 1972 vol 847 c488W
Mr. Arthur Lewis

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether he will call for a report from the Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis on the reasons for the hold up of London's traffic on the evening of Wednesday, 29th November; and what action he proposes to take to prevent such happenings in the future.

Mr. Carlisle

My right hon. Friend has received such a report. The police will continue to do all they can to facilitate the flow of traffic.

Mr. Arthur Lewis

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether he has received a communication from the hon. Member for West Ham, North making proposals for the improvement in the flow of London's traffic, so far as matters within his Ministerial responsibilities for police action are concerned; and what action he proposes to take in this connection.

Mr. Carlisle

I have received such a communication and I am considering the points made in consultation with those concerned.