HC Deb 13 December 1978 vol 960 c201W
Mr. Hicks

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will take steps to equip police forces with better noise level testing facilities to enable them to exercise stricter control in respect of motor cycles suspected of exceeding the statutory noise level limits ; and if he will make a statement.

Dr. Summerskill:

Police authorities are responsible for the provision of equipment for police purposes in their area.