§ Mr. Gwilym Robertsasked the Minister of Transport if he will make a further statement on the implementation of proposals for roofs, brakes, and seats aimed at improving coach safety.
§ Mr. Kenneth ClarkeTechnical requirements for roof strength are now being finalised, and will be discussed in June in the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe. It is hoped to persuade other countries to adopt the requirements on an international basis. The proposals for seat strength will be discussed at the same time. We hope by the end of May to have started formal consultations on new braking requirements.