HC Deb 29 November 1982 vol 33 c45W
Mr. Wheeler

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department why the Victoria Gate, Hyde Park, has been closed to traffic until 5 December; and, in view of the build-up of Christmas traffic to the West End, if he will review this decision.

Mr. Mayhew

This is an operational matter for the Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis. We understand that the closure is intended to prevent a build-up of traffic congestion inside the park, arising from the closure of the Alexandra Gate for repairs.