HC Deb 02 November 1932 vol 269 c1772
30. Sir COOPER RAWSON

asked the Minister of Transport whether his attention has been called to an internally-illuminated identification number plate for motor cars, invented by a member of the Hove Police Force, which would assist the police in tracing and arresting criminals in motor cars; and whether he will take steps to make its use compulsory?

Mr. PYBUS

My attention has been called to this device. Internally illuminated number plates are allowed under the regulations, but I do not feel justified in making their use compulsory.

Sir C. RAWSON

Has the hon. Member seen the device himself?

Mr. PYBUS

I stated that my attention has been drawn to this device and a report would be made to me thereupon.

Sir C. RAWSON

I understood the hon. Member to say that he had seen the device personally.

Mr. PYBUS

Oh, no.