§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what study he has made of the conditions under which British coach operators are working in Belgium and Germany; and what efforts he has made to secure an improvement.
§ Mr. PeytonBritish coach operators working in Belgium and Germany are exempted from vehicle excise duties but are liable for the transport tax levied on all foreign vehicles. I am inquiring whether both countries would now be willing to waive these taxes and will let the hon. Member know the outcome.