Written question asked by Bob Russell (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 2 December 1997, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 16 December 1997. It was answered by Glenda Jackson (Labour) on Tuesday, 16 December 1997 on behalf of the Department of the Environment, Transport and the Regions.

Dept of the Environment Transport and the Regions

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions, What plans the Government has to encourage local councils to introduce traffic calming measures. (Failed OPQ).

Answer: Mr. Bob Russell: To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what plans the Government have to encourage local councils to introduce traffic calming measures. [19437] Ms Glenda Jackson: Traffic calming is already well established in the UK. it is one of the tools used in managing traffic better and in improving road safety. Traffic calming has proved to be effective in constraining vehicle speed and in reducing the number and severity of road accidents, particularly in residential areas. The Department provides local authorities with guidance and advice on traffic calming measures through our Traffic Advisory leaflets and day-to-day technical advice.

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