HC Deb 02 August 1971 vol 822 c228W
Mr. Hayhoe

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment how the legal requirements affecting the working conditions of lorry drivers which are in force or proposed in European Economic Community countries compare with those in force or proposed in the United Kingdom.

Mr. Peyton

The E.E.C. has lower limits on driving times and a 450-kilometre daily limit for heavier vehicles, but no limits on hours of duty. Rest periods are the same as here.

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