HC Deb 09 June 1969 vol 784 cc934-5
21. Mr. Speed

asked the Minister of Transport what discussions he is having with the motor-cycle industry and motorcycling associations about his proposal for compulsory passenger insurance.

Mr. Marsh

The Kent Committee took evidence from the motor-cycling interests, and its subsequent Report was circulated widely for comment. I considered all the comments received, including those from the motor-cycling interests.

The British Motorcyclists Federation wrote to me on 18th March asking for further consultations. A reply seeking more information about the ground the Federation wanted to cover was sent on 27th March, and I am now considering its reply which was received on 2nd June.

Mr. Speed

The Kent Committee sat several years ago, and the situation has changed since then. Will the right hon. Gentleman consider receiving representations from both the industry and the users when he is framing the Bill and take due note of the up-to-date situation from both sides?

Mr. Marsh

The Kent Report was circulated in February, 1968. If there is anything new since then I shall be only too happy to hear it.