HC Deb 05 March 1929 vol 226 c199
51. Sir H. BRITTAIN

asked the Minister of Transport whether he has any information as to the tests applied in other countries to persons desiring to be possessed of licences to drive motor vehicles; and, if so, whether, in view of the changes in the proposed law in this country, he will cause such information to be circulated?

Colonel ASHLEY

The latest information in my possession was collected during the year 1925, and relates to the practice in certain European countries. As this information is not up to date I feel that its publication might be misleading.

Mr. R. MORRISON

Is the right hon. and gallant Gentleman taking steps to get any further information?

Colonel ASHLEY

I think probably it would be better to wait till we have a clearer view of how this is working.

Sir H. BRITTAIN

Even if the information is not up to date, does the right hon. and gallant Gentleman not think it would be better to publish it?

Colonel ASHLEY

I will consider that, but I do not want to go to expense in publishing information which is not up to date.