HC Deb 09 April 1976 vol 909 c326W
Mr. Skeet

asked the Secretary of State for Energy why he proposes to continue SI 1973/2051, the Fuel Control (Modification of Enactments) (Speed Limits) Order 1973 under the Fourth Schedule to the Energy Bill.

Mr. John Smith

To enable the 60 miles per hour and 50 miles per hour (Temporary Speed Limit) Order 1975 (SI 1975/1985) to continue in force. As my hon. Friend the Under-Secretary of State for the Environment has already stated on 17th March 1976—[Vol. 907, c. 1311]—these speed limits will be revised before the order expires on 30th November next.

Mr. Skeet

asked the Secretary of State for Energy how many representations he has received for a withdrawal of SI 1973/2051.

Mr. John Smith

None.

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