Oral Answers to Questions — Transport. – in the House of Commons at on 27 March 1935.
Mr Thomas Groves
, West Ham Stratford
asked the Minister of Transport whether he is aware of the dangers that arise on the arterial road Wanstead to Southend and of the advantage of that portion which has double section; and when the work will be commenced on the other sections of the road, thus making the whole road double-sectioned?
Mr Leslie Hore-Belisha
, Plymouth, Devonport
I understand that the Essex County Council have before them proposals for the construction of an additional length of second carriageway upon the London-Southend Road, but they have not yet submitted them to me.
Mr Thomas Groves
, West Ham Stratford
Is the Minister aware that this matter has been under consideration for about five years and that this is a very essential route?
Mr Leslie Hore-Belisha
, Plymouth, Devonport
I shall not delay five years when I receive a request.
Mr Thomas Groves
, West Ham Stratford
Another five years?
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