HC Deb 22 June 1966 vol 730 cc77-8W
84. Sir B. Janner

asked the Minister of Transport whether she will now introduce legislation for the purpose of compelling manufacturers of cars to provide safety belts on all cars produced in future.

86. Mr. Garrett

asked the Minister of Transport if she will introduce legisla- tion making it compulsory for safety belts to be fitted in all cars that are used by driving schools for the purpose of instruction.

Mr. Swingler

The proposals on seat belts which my right hon. Friend had previously said would be circulated soon, will apply to the front seats of new cars used by driving schools as to those of other new cars. She does not propose to compel manufacturers to fit the belts as many drivers will prefer to choose them themselves.