§ 34. Mr. WATTasked the President of the Board of Trade whether his Department is taking any measures to prevent the misuse of petrol by farmers who, under the plea of utilising motor cars for agricultural purposes, are well known to be taking pleasure rides of all descriptions for their families and friends?
Sir A. STANLEYThe use of petrol in motor cars for. pleasure purposes is prohibited by the Motor Spirit (Consolidation) and Gas Restriction Order, 1918. The administration of the Order rests with the police. I have no reason to believe that it is being evaded to any great extent in the manner suggested, but I would willingly consider particulars of any specific cases which my hon. Friend may have in mind.