HC Deb 20 March 1935 vol 299 cc1187-8
15. Mr. WEST

asked the Minister of Transport whether he has considered the advisability of compelling all motor vehicles to be equipped with guards as a means of reducing fatalities on the roads?

The MINISTER of TRANSPORT (Mr. Hore-Belisha)

I intend to consult with manufacturers and representative bodies on this question.

Mr. WEST

Is the Minister aware that many serious accidents have been avoided by the provision of side guards on the omnibuses of the London Transport Board and on the Green Line coaches, and would not similar guards on commercial vehicles be equally beneficial?

Mr. HORE-BELISHA

I think I have indicated that I intend to take whatever action I am enabled to take.