§ Mr. Speedasked the Secretary of State for Transport what representations he has received on the subject of a static noise test for motor cycles; and what has been his response.
§ Mr. David MitchellThe National Motorcycle Council has sent us proposals for the introduction of a static noise test for motor cycles, and the Department is still considering these.
§ Mr. Carter-Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Transport what recent representations he has received from hon. Members, public organisations and the general public on motor cycle noise.
§ Mr. David MitchellI refer the hon. Member to my reply yesterday.
§ Mr. Speedasked the Secretary of State for Transport what percentage of complaints he receives on motorcycle noise relate to unmodified standard motor cycles and motor cycles with modified or illegal replacement exhaust systems, respectively.
§ Mr. David MitchellI shall answer this question shortly.