HC Deb 23 April 1980 vol 983 c447
13. Mr. Robert Atkins

asked the Minister of Transport what discussions he has had with Leyland Vehicles Limited concerning type approval regulations.

Mr. Fowler

Officials of my Department are in discussion with members of the company on this and other related matters.

Mr. Atkins

When will my right hon. Friend be in a position to make a statement about taking action to improve or bring into existence type approval regulations for commercial vehicles?

Mr. Fowler

We are discussing the possibility of a scheme that is similar to those applied in Europe for national approval for commercial vehicles. We expect a decision to be arrived at shortly and then we shall consult industry. The short answer to my hon. Friend is " very shortly."

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