HC Deb 24 July 1912 vol 41 c1155
23. Mr. ROWLANDS

asked the Home Secretary whether his attention has been called to the inquest on a cyclist named Voller at St. Pancras on the 20th instant, and also to the rider of the jury suggesting that wheel-guards should be introduced for motor omnibuses; and whether he proposes to take any action to give effect to this recommendation?

Mr. McKENNA

I have seen a newspaper report of the inquest and verdict, but, as I have stated in reply to other questions, no practicable wheel-guard has yet been devised that would be effective to prevent such an accident as this.

Mr. KELLAWAY

Is the Home Office represented at these inquests on persons killed by motor 'buses?

Mr. McKENNA

Where special circumstances require it.

Mr. KELLAWAY

Do you not think it desirable that they should be—

Mr. SPEAKER

The hon. Member should give notice of that question.