§ Mr. Iain Millsasked the Secretary of State for Transport how many representations he has received in favour of the use of temporary spare wheels; and how many he has received against.
§ Mr. Peter BottomleyRequests have been received over the years from individual motorists and from vehicle manufacturers to provide clearly in our regulations far the use of temporary spare tyres. Views have also been expressed that we should ban their use. We are about to provide an opportunity for all organisations concerned to make representations to us in the context of a proposal for amending regulations which will permit the use of these spare tyres provided the vehicle is not driven at a speed in excess of 50 mph.