HC Deb 09 May 1962 vol 659 cc49-50W
54. Mr. Owen

asked the Minister of Transport what action his Department is taking to implement the unanimous recommendation of the Council of Europe concerning the compulsory attachment to motor cars of safety belt fittings; and whether he will make a statement.

Mr. Marples

The recommendation to which the hon. Member refers is, I believe, one of the conclusions approved at a recent conference of road safety experts convened by one of the Working Committees of the Council of Europe. It has not yet been forwarded to or considered by the Council of Europe or any of its constituent bodies.

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