§ Mr. Skinnerasked the Secretary of State for Transport whether his Department will encourage local authorities to examine the design of streets along the Dutch principle of residential precincts guaranteeing equal rights to car drivers, cyclists, pedestrians and children; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mrs. ChalkerThe Department of Transport issues advice on provision for pedestrians, cyclists and other road users, but it is for local authorities to decide what balance to strike in meeting the needs of different users in the light of local circumstances.