HC Deb 13 July 1987 vol 119 c364W
Mr. Litherland

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will introduce legislation to increase the maximum sentence available to the courts on conviction of hit-and-run drivers; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. John Patten

The road traffic law review, which was set up by my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Transport, is examining the scope and definition of road traffic offences and the penalties available. We have no plans to change existing legislation before considering its report, which is expected towards the end of the year.