§ Mr. Higginsasked the Secretary of State for Transport if he will amend the construction and use regulations so as to prohibit the driving of tractors for heavy goods vehicles on their own with no mudguards on the rear wheels.
§ Mrs. ChalkerTractor units designed for use as part of articulated vehicles, whether or not they are being used separately, must meet existing construction and use]regulations which require mudguards to be fitted unless adequate protection is afforded by the body of the vehicle.