HC Deb 25 October 1979 vol 972 cc273-4W
Mrs. Faith

asked the Minister of Transport if he plans to make training schemes for young motor cyclists compulsory.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

I have no plans to do so, but I shall be examining all possible means of promoting training in the context of my consideration of the report of the advisory committee on motor-cycle training.

Mrs. Faith

asked the Minister of Transport if he plans to increase the minimum age for the riding of high-powered motor bicycles over 50cc and up to 250cc to 18 years.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

I have no plans to do so, but licensing is an issue which I shall be taking into account in my consideration of the report of the advisory committee on motor-cycle training.

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