asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what are the criteria used by his Ministry in deciding whether or not to approve 30 miles per hour speed limits in built-up areas.

The criteria are contained in Circulars Roads 10/69 and 15/70 issued to all speed limit authorities. I am sending copies to my hon. Friend.

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what applications have been made to him for the imposition of a 30 miles per hour speed limit in Bramdean, Hampshire.

None.