§ 63. Viscount CURZONasked the Home Secretary how many police controls were in operation in the Metropolitan police area for detecting infringements of the Motor Car Act between a.m. 19th June and p.m. 21st June; how many police officers were employed; and with what success?
§ Mr. SHORTTThere were 111 controls during the three days. Severity-six police officers were employed. One hundred and twelve cases were reported for prosecution.
Dr. MURRAYDoes the right hon. Gentleman think it advisable to give this information to potential Departments?
Sir F. HALLHas not the time arrived when in the open country the speed limit of 20 miles might be increased?
§ Mr. SHORTTLife and limb must be preserved even in the open country.