§ 64. Mr. Bessellasked the Minister of Transport when negotiations between her Department and the French Ministry of Transport were initiated to secure a reciprocal treaty governing commercial vehicle licensing and taxation; what progress there has been to date; when a reciprocal treaty will be signed with France; and if she will make a statement.
§ Mr. SwinglerThe first exploratory conversations took place on 21st May, 1965. Negotiations are proceeding. Both sides are anxious to reach agreement quickly, but it is too early to say when a formal bilateral agreement will be concluded.