§ Judy MallaberTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport if he will extend the speeding limit exemption for ambulances to cover transplant vehicles. [121941]
§ Dr. HowellsVehicles used for ambulance purposes are exempt from speed limits when used in an emergency. However the legislation does not contain a definition of what constitutes an ambulance. Whilst other vehicles used to carry human tissue are allowed to use blue lights in an emergency, it would be for a court to decide whether they are permitted to exceed speed limits.
The Government are therefore considering whether an amendment to legislation is necessary.