HC Deb 09 March 1932 vol 262 c1792
52. Mr. HALES

asked the Minister of Transport whether his attention has been drawn to the number of motoring accidents attended by loss of life by fire; and whether he will issue regulations for fire extinguishers to be carried on all motor vehicles?

Mr. PYBUS

Regulations have already been issued with regard to the carrying of fire extinguishers by public service vehicles. As at present advised, I am not prepared to make compulsory regulations in the case of commercial vehicles or private motor cars.

Mr. KIRKWOOD

Will the hon. Gentleman recommend motor car users to have the tank on the back of the motor car, instead of at the front, and then they would not require any extinguisher?