§ Dr. Marekasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will call for a report from the Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis on measures taken to minimise traffic congestion arising as a result of ceremonial state events occurring on weekdays.
§ Mr. Douglas HoggI am informed by the Commissioner that, prior to such events, the police plan alternative routes in consultation with other agencies, and that advance warning of likely congestion is given through signs and notices to the local media, motoring organisations and local businesses etc. On the day of the event, alternative routes are marked by the police and motoring organisations; police officers are posted to direct traffic; and local radio stations are given information on delays.