35. Mr. G. WHITEasked the Home Secretary whether he is aware that in certain counties a campaign exists against those using the roads for heavy motor traffic, taking the form of frequent 1592 prosecutions and heavy fines, with a view to directing this traffic to other roads in other counties; and whether he will institute an inquiry into the matter?
§ The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the MINISTRY of TRANSPORT (Colonel Ashley)I have been asked to answer this question. There is no evidence in my possession to support the assertion in the first part of the hon. Member's question, and I do not think it necessary to institute any formal inquiry into the matter.
Mr. G. WHITEWill the hon. and gallant Gentleman consider the matter further if I send him evidence which has reached me?
§ Colonel ASHLEYIf the hon. Member will send me any information, I shall be glad to consider it.