§ 57. Mr. Edelmanasked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he will define the different standards of safety which he has recommended to British car manufacturers in connection with the design of their cars for the domestic market and for export.
§ Mr. Peter WalkerSafety standards in Britain are dealt with in the Construction and Use Regulations. Standards for88W exported cars are a matter for the authorities of the importing country.
§ Mr. Edelmanasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what communication he has made to the United States State Department in connection with statements concerning safety in British cars made by Mr. Douglas Tome, head of the National Highway Safety Administration, and other United States transport officials.
§ Mr. Peter WalkerNone, but there were exchanges at official level about the context of certain reports in the Press.