Written questions

Road Traffic: Safety Measures

Lords · Question HL171 · Tabled 19 Jul 2024 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 30 Jul 2024

Question

Asked by Lord Bradshaw

To ask His Majesty's Government what plans, if any, they have to prevent local authorities from taking measures to reduce traffic congestion in their areas.

Answer

Answered by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill, 30 Jul 2024

The Government is committed to maintaining and renewing the road network, to ensure it serves drivers, cyclists, pedestrians and other road users.Responsibility for traffic management on local roads rests with local traffic authorities. They have a statut...