§ Mr. McGradyTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many spot inspections, as distinct from annual inspections, were carried out by the Department of the Environment from 1 April 1991 to 31 March 1992 on vehicles belonging to private operators; and if he will publish the results of such inspections.
§ Mr. AtkinsFrom 1 April 1991 to 31 March 1992, the Department of the Environment carried out roadside examinations on 1,203 vehicles, including lorries, buses and private cars. As a result of these examinations, 241 minor defects were drawn to the operators'/owners' attention. Seventy-four delayed prohibitions and 18 immediate prohibitions were issued in respect of more serious defects.
§ Mr. McGradyTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many spot inspections, as distinct from annual inspections, were carried out by the Department of the Environment from 1 April 1991 to 31 March 1992 on vehicles belonging to Ulsterbus; and if he will publish the results of such inspections.
§ Mr. AtkinsMy Department does not record the roadside examination of vehicles by the names of the operators.