§ Mr Gorstasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what discussions he has had with representatives of the GLC with regard to the transfer of powers, presently exercised by the Metropolitan Police and by his Department, to the GLC for the licensing and regulation of London taxi cabs; whether he has considered any proposals for the creation of a Taxi Board; and if he will make a statement.
§ Dr. SummerskillConsultations with the Greater London Council about the report of the Maxwell Stamp Committee are still in progress. We hope to make a general statement on the position when these consultations have been completed.