HC Deb 28 April 1937 vol 323 cc334-5
56. Mr. Day

asked the Minister of Transport whether he will give particulars of any regulations that exist requiring foreign visitors bringing motor cars to this country for short periods to be insured with British insurance companies against third-party risks?

Mr. Hore-Belisha

The Motor Vehicles (International Circulation) Regulation, 1933, and the Motor Vehicles (Third Party Risks) Regulations, 1933, provide that a temporary visitor to this country may not be furnished with an international circulation permit or vehicle licence unless the use of the vehicle in Great Britain is covered against third-party risks.

Mr. Day

Is that covered by British or Continental companies?

Mr. Hore-Belisha

It does not provide for British companies covering the insurance. These matters are the subject of international convention.