§ 8. Mr. W. BAKERasked the Home Secretary whether he has received representations from the Minister of Transport respecting the danger caused by the emission of smoke, steam and sparks by steam tractors; and what action he has taken or proposes to take?
§ Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKSYes, Sir, and I propose to issue a memorandum to Chief Constables reminding them of their powers.
§ Mr. BAKERIn view of the very great difficulty which exists on the outskirts 529 of London, will the Home Secretary draw the special attention of the police to those roads which are running out of London?
§ Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKSI am going to issue A Circular to Chief Constables and that will include notification to the Chief of the Metropolitan Police.
§ Commander BELLAIRSWill my right hon. Friend state briefly what are the powers which Chief Constables have?
§ Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKSThey may rake any steps they think fit.