§ 99. Mr. Bessellasked the Minister of Transport if she will now make an order that all articulated lorries shall fit approved safety devices to prevent jackknifing.
§ Mr. Carmichael:No. Anti-jack-knifing devices need to be tested much more extensively under a wide range of operating conditions before their efficiency on all types of articulated vehicle is established.
Trials are in progress and we are seeking to extend their scope.
§ Mr. Bessellasked the Minister of Transport whether she will introduce legislation requiring articulated lorries to have special warning lights on cab roofs.
§ Mr. Carmichael:No. However, we are considering proposals which will require larger goods vehicles and trailers to be marked with a distinctive pattern at the back and extend the present requirements for the side marking of long vehicles.
Most articulated vehicles would be covered by these proposals.