HC Deb 20 May 1986 vol 98 c160W
Mr. Ralph Howell

asked the Secretary of State for Transport how many letters he has now received (a) in support of and (b) against the move of the month of the year identifier prefix for vehicle registration.

Mr. Michael Spicer

We have received five letters from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders and major vehicle manufacturers in support of the move of the month to change the vehicle age identification letter to October and 650 letters mainly on behalf of individual motor dealers in opposition to it.