§ Mr. Michael Marshallasked the Secretary of State for Transport what representations he has received from the TGWU regarding the requirement to install tachographs in commercial vehicles from 1st January 1977; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. William RodgersThe TGWU has made clear on a number of occasions its long-standing opposition to compulsory use of tachographs on journeys within the United Kingdom. Discussions with the union and other interested parties are continuing. Meanwhile I have said that I would prefer not to see the tachograph in domestic use and I am not planning to move in that direction.