HC Deb 29 November 1926 vol 200 cc831-2
87. Mr. REMER

asked the Minister of Transport what conditions are imposed on an application from a local authority for a loan for the purchase of motor omnibuses; and whether stipulation is made that they are to comply with Circular No. 231 (Roads), issued on 31st July, 1925?

Colonel ASHLEY

So far as is practical I endeavour to ensure that the vehicles proposed to be acquired comply substantially with the recommendations indicated in Circular No. 231 (Roads).

Mr. REMER

Is the Minister aware that the Circular in question is causing a great deal of difficulty to the manufacturers of motor omnibuses on the ground that it cannot be complied with?

Colonel ASHLEY

As the Circular is in vague terms, I do not think that the manufacturers will be put at a disadvantage when they put their omnibuses on the street.

Mr. REMER

Is it the case that most of the municipalities stated on the tender forms that this particular Circular was to, be complied with and that this caused great difficulty to manufacturers?

Colonel ASHLEY

Perhaps my hon. Friend will communicate with me and put his point before me, and I will go into it.