Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 48314
Roads: Lighting
Tabled: 25 April 2025
Answered: 6 May 2025
Question
Edward Morello
Liberal Democrat — West Dorset
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether her Department plans to issue updated guidance to local authorities on balancing carbon reduction initiatives with pedestrian and road user safety in relation to street lighting.
Answer
Lilian GreenwoodThe management of street lighting in England is the responsibility of local highway authorities, such as Dorset Council. They have a duty under Section 41 of the Highways Act 1980 to maintain the public highways in their charge, including street lighting....
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