§ 36. Sir FRANK MEYERasked the Minister of Transport whether any type of anti-dazzle headlight has yet been submitted to him which fulfils the necessary requirements of safety and efficiency?
§ The MINISTER of TRANSPORT (Colonel Ashley)I am not aware of any headlight which provides a complete solution to the problem of obtaining a full driving light without any dazzle. Many palliatives have been suggested, but their usefulness depends upon the. fitting and adjustment of the particular devices, and in many cases upon the courtesy of the driver, as to the manner in which they are used.
§ Colonel DAYCan the right hon. Gentleman say whether tests are still being carried out?
§ Colonel ASHLEYYes, the whole question is constantly under review.
§ Captain BRASSWill the right hon. Gentleman also consider the necessity for the use of dipping headlights?
§ Colonel ASHLEYAll these matters are being considered.
§ Mr. PALINGDoes that mean that some Government Department is engaged in this research work?
§ Colonel ASHLEYYes, the Ministry of Transport, under the Act of 1925 has power to conduct research.