Mr. Mudd askedthe Secretary of State for Transport what has been the level of public response to his request for suggestions for new-style vehicle number plates; what has been the cost involved in this exercise; and if he has yet made a decision.
§ Mr. FowlerOver 2,500 interested groups and individuals have responded to my consultation paper on the number plate system to be introduced in 1983. I am studying the various views and suggestions put forward and expect to announce my decision during the summer. The exercise is being handled in the normal course of my Department's work. Specific extra costs amount to about £500.