§ Mr. Parkasked the Secretary of State for Transport what further consideration has been given to lighting those parts of the M1 and M6 motorways at present unlit.
§ Mr. Peter BottomleyThe night time accident rate on all motorways is kept under review and lighting is considered whenever a serious accident problem develops. Lighting is being installed at present on the M1 in Northamptonshire south of junction 16 to south of junction 15 and work will commence on the section north from Newport Pagnell service area to south of junction 15 later this year. The installation of lighting on the M6 between junction 29 and 32 is currently being considered.
§ Mr. Pikeasked the Secretary of State for Transport what further consideration has been given to lighting those parts of the motorways at present unlit in the north-west region.
§ Mr. Peter BottomleyDetailed examination is currently being given to the provision of lighting on the M6 between junctions 29 and 32 at Preston. The situation in the region is constantly monitored.