HC Deb 23 January 1980 vol 977 c292W
48. Mr. Hicks

asked the Minister of Transport what representations he has received following his decision, Official Report, 30 November 1979, column 832, to retain vehicle excise duty in respect of cars; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Fowler

There have been 35 letters about the decision to retain VED. As I said in my reply to my hon. Friend the Member for Gloucestershire, West (Mr. Marland) on 30 November 1979, we are looking at ways to increase enforcement, including intensive enforcement campaigns in selected areas—[Vol. 974, c. 832–33.]