§ 29. Mr. Stoddartasked the Secretary of State for Transport if he will review the types of vehicles granted exemption from the tachograph regulations.
§ Mr. Kenneth ClarkeThe United Kingdom has already taken advantage of all exemptions permitted by the Community regulations. Further exemptions would require amendment of those regulations and this would need the agreement of all member States. We will consider with our partners the case for further exemptions carefully, but strict enforcement of drivers hours rules for heavy vehicles is an important road safety measure. Road safety is not affected by such matters as the status of the driver or the worthy purpose of the journey as is often urged upon us by interested groups.