§ Mr. Oakesasked the Secretary of State for Transport if he will hold discussions with the police and other interested parties as to ways of introducing a more controlled and secure system of issuing vehicle number plates.
§ Mr. Kenneth Clarke[pursuant to his reply, 2 March 1981]: I am aware that the police and some other bodies have expressed concern about the security of number plates. I am considering the problems and will consult interested parties to see whether any improvements in arrangements are desirable.