HC Deb 21 October 1937 vol 327 c12
19. Mr. Day

asked the Home Secretary the number of prosecutions that were instituted in the Metropolitan police district for the 12 months ended to the last convenient date against drivers of mechanically-propelled vehicles for the offence of exceeding the speed limit?

Mr. Lloyd

The total number of prosecutions recorded in the Metropolitan police district during the year 1936 for exceeding the speed limit was 58,641, including 45,833 relating to built-up areas.

Mr. Day

Can the hon. Member say whether they include prosecutions instituted by the park-keepers in the Royal parks?

Mr. Lloyd

I cannot say without notice.