HC Deb 20 March 1963 vol 674 cc70-1W
Mr. Randall

asked the Minister of Transport if he has completed his consultations with the manufacturers and operators of mobile shops; and whether he will make a statement on safeguards to be devised to deal with the prevention of accidents to children.

Mr. Marples

Accidents to children involving mobile shops or delivery vehicles come about in many different ways. Special designs of bodywork and the provision of such features as transparent panels, warning horns and guard rails can help the driver to be sure that all is clear before he moves off; but there is no simple general solution to the problem of these accidents. My Department is in touch with those who operate and manufacture special vehicles, and also encourages measures to warn children against the risks. If any practicable safeguards which would be generally effective can be devised, I shall not hesitate to propose regulations.