HC Deb 28 April 1971 vol 816 cc129-30W
57. Mr. Blaker

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he will now announce his proposals for amending the regulations on drivers' hours introduced under the Transport Act, 1968.

Mr. Peyton

The Drivers' Hours (Passenger and Goods Vehicles) (Modifications) Order, 1971, was laid before Parliament in draft on 8th April. An explanatory leaflet is obtainable from the Vote Office.

67. Mr. Spriggs

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what information his Department have been able to elucidate from interested bodies about the working of drivers' hours, in relation to the Transport Act, 1968; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Peyton

In the light of evidence from members of the public and the industry itself the Drivers' Hours (Passenger and Goods Vehicles) (Modifications) Order, 1971, was laid before Parliament in draft on 8th April.