41. Viscountess Astorasked the Minister of Transport whether he has now given further consideration to the introduction of legislation adopting the recommendations of the Select Committee of the House of Lords on the Prevention of Road Accidents, particularly those dealing with education and alcohol, and with what result?
§ Captain WallaceI intend to issue a comprehensive statement on this report, and in the meantime I would prefer not to deal in isolation with particular recommendations.
Viscountess AstorWill the Minister bear in mind that the Committee recommended active propaganda regarding the effect of alcohol on drivers, and stated that the effect of even a moderate quantity was dangerous, and will he bear in mind how many thousands of people have been killed on the roads this year and really take some steps about it?
§ Captain WallaceI have read the report, and I know very well that the Noble Lady is not in favour of what is known as "one for the road."
Viscountess AstorMay I ask the Prime Minister to bear in mind how many people have been killed in road accidents, and will he take into account the recommendations of this Committee, and not listen to the old school tie?