HC Deb 11 November 1969 vol 791 cc171-2
36. Mr. Goodhart

asked the Minister of Transport what investigation his Department is making into the use of drugs by drivers; and what action he proposes to take to deal with this problem.

Mr. Bob Brown

The Road Research Laboratory is continuing its investigations into the relationship between drugs and road accidents, but the present indications are that the number of accidents attributable to the use of drugs is very small.

Mr. Goodhart

What investigation is being made by the Ministry into new methods of testing the reactions of those drivers who may have used cannabis or other harmful drugs?

Mr. Brown

I understand that the results of the R.R.L. study will be completed early next year.