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Government has accepted this recommendation in principle. The Com- mittee's staff was freed from other work in the Colonial Secretariat and expanded to deal with increased work. It now comprises a small secretariat and registry staff under an Assistant Colonial Secretary.
TRAFFIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE
176. This Committee meets every month to consider and advise on any matters affecting traffic which are referred to it by Government or the Commissioner. Its Chairman is the Deputy Commissioner and members include representatives of the Kowloon Residents' Association, the Hong Kong Automobile Association, the Urban Council, the Royal Military Police, the Director of Public Works and the Director of Education.
177. The Committee's main work during the year has been recom- mendations for one-way traffic flow in congested areas, central dividing strips, additional pedestrian crossings and improved parking facilities for private cars and goods vehicles. The Committee has also taken an active interest in the construction of new roads, the introduction of additional parking meters and road safety activities.
ROAD SAFETY MEASURES
178. In many parts of the urban area redevelopment has enabled road widening and realignment of roads and intersections. Towards the end of the year for example work started on the construction of an underground tunnel at the bottom of Garden Road which will provide an exit for vehicles from the new Government car park and a safe crossing for pedestrians. Similarly the southern section of Nathan Road has been generally improved, for the benefit of both motorists and pedestrians. Work started on a new style pedestrian bridge at the busy intersection at the west end of Causeway Bay. The erection of road signs and anti-crash barriers on roads requiring special precautions for motorists has continued.
179. Kai Fong Welfare Advancement Associations and the Road Safety Association have extended their activities in the campaign for better and safer use of the roads by both pedestrians and motorists. Their efforts have included the production of posters, a highway code for distribution to children, competitions and road safety campaigns. The Institute of Advanced Motorists (Hong Kong) Limited has held 113 tests. 51 drivers passed, bringing the total of Hong Kong Advanced Motorists to 73.
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