HC Deb 25 June 1956 vol 555 c12W
Commander Scott-Miller

asked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation if he will make it obligatory for all owners of cars examined at vehicle testing stations to have a suppressor fitted in their cars before receiving a certificate of road worthiness.

Mr. Watkinson

No. The scheme requiring ten year old vehicles to undergo a compulsory test is for the sole purpose of promoting road safety, and it would be undesirable to extend its scope as suggested by my hon. and gallant Friend.

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