HC Deb 20 October 1976 vol 917 cc456-7W
Mr. Greville Janner

asked the Secretary of State for Transport whether he will initiate an investigation into the need for a pelican crossing on the Hinckley Road, Braunstone, Leicester, near the Wycliffe School.

Mr. Horam

No. Leicestershire County Council is the highway authority for this section of Hinckley Road, Braunstone, and investigations into the need for individual pedestriain crossings are its responsibility. The council has submitted a proposal for the Department's approval, but additional information has been requested in justification of the project.

Mr. Greville Janner

asked the Secretary of State for Transport whether he will take steps to expedite the installation of a pelican crossing on Braunstone Lane, Leicester.

Mr. Horam

No. Leicestershire County Council is the highway authority for Braunstone Lane, Leicester. The Department has recently approved the siting of a pelican crossing between Sunway and Cantrell Road and the installation of the equipment is now a matter for the county council.