20. Mr. H EPWORTHasked the Minister of Transport whether, before intimating to the House the Government's proposals for implementing the Salter Report, he proposes to circulate them for criticism to the interests affected?
Mr. STANLEYNo, Sir. Full consideration has been given to the numerous written representations already submitted by representative organisations, and I see no sufficient reason for a further series of consultations prior to the introduction of a Bill in Parliament. Such a course would inevitably lead to considerable delay. I shall, however, be ready at any time to consider and discuss any suggestions that may be made to me in connection with the Government's scheme when it is before the House.
§ Mr. T. WILLIAMSWill the hon. Gentleman be good enough to give Members of this House plenty of notice before his proposal is brought on the Floor of the House?