§ 29. Mr. Clinton Davisasked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he has now concluded his discussions with the relevant authorities consequent upon the decision in Buckoke and Others versus the Greater London Council; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. PeytonNo, Sir.
§ Mr. DavisDoes the right hon. Gentleman realise that when the judgment of the Court of Appeal was given in this matter the most damaging criticisms were made of Parliament: that there had been tremendous delay in dealing with legislation to deal with ambulance drivers, drivers of police vehicles and of fire vehicles? There has now been a delay of more than a year since that judgment. When will the Minister do something about it?
§ Mr. PeytonI think that before making a change of the kind suggested here, it is necessary to have full consultations with the motoring organisations and all those who are interested in traffic matters. This process is in hand. As soon as I receive the views of those concerned, a decision will be made.