§ Mr. Weitzmanasked the Minister of Transport whether he has studied the resolution sent to him by a joint conference of local authorities urging him to promote such legislation as may be necessary to eliminate the emission of black smoke from vehicles fitted with diesel engines; and what action he proposes to take in the matter.
§ Mr. H. Butlerasked the Minister of Transport, whether he has studied the resolution sent to him by a joint conference of local authorities complaining of delay in making regulations to govern the emission of smoke from vehicles fitted with diesel engines; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MarplesA letter forwarding the resolution to which the hon. Members refer was sent to the Ministry on 27th May. It is now being studied, and I will send the hon. Members a copy of the reply.