HC Deb 12 July 1917 vol 95 c2126
71. Mr. C. WASON

asked the Home Secretary whether he is aware that the law requires persons to take out licences for their cars; and if he will insist that the police be instructed to call on all drivers of private motors to produce the licence for their car and also petrol licence?

Sir G. CAVE

Owners of motor cars in use are required to take out an Excise licence and to obtain a petrol licence. The enforcement of these requirements is a matter for the Excise authorities.