§ Mr. Tudor Watkinsasked the Minister of Transport in how many cases he has withdrawn appointment as authorised examiners of vehicles within the South Wales Traffic Area during the last two years; how many appeals were made; and how many examiners were reinstated.
Mr. Bob BrownIn the two years ending 28th February, 1969, 210 appointments as authorised examiner were withdrawn; 48 appeals were made of which 16 were successful. 154 of the withdrawals related to non-compliance with new equipment and staffing standards and 72 of these garages have since complied and have been reinstated.