§ Mr. Carter-Jonesasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department (1) if he will have discussions with interested parties with a view to investigating the best unobtrusive but effective technical device to allow drivers of buses, lorries and taxis to indicate to the police 70W that they are being threatened with assault; and if he will make a statement;
(2) if he will have further discussions with the union representatives and management of bus companies and taxi owners on the steps which can be taken by legislation or otherwise to reduce intimidation and assault on taxi drivers and bus crews; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Elystan MorganI share the public concern about attacks of this kind. The police are well aware of the importance of bringing the offenders to justice and are, I am sure, ready to cooperate in local arrangements for summoning help when it is needed. My right hon. Friend is ready to consider and, if necessary, to discuss with those concerned, any further proposals for dealing with the problem.