§ Mr. Weitzmanasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department when he proposes to alter the taximeter control of journeys beyond six miles and to revise the tariff.
§ Mr. John Fraserasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department when he now proposes to make a statement on the application to him by the London cab trade for a revision of taxi fares in London.
§ Mr. EnnalsThe two issues are connected and are being examined jointly. I cannot yet say when my right hon. Friend will be in a position to make a statement.
§ Mr. Pavittasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he proposes to accede to the request of the London Motor Cab Proprietors' Association for a meeting with their representatives to discuss an increase in taxi fares.
§ Mr. EnnalsMy right hon. Friend suggested to the Association that they should, in the first place, meet to discuss this matter with officials and I hope they will accept this.