§ Mr. McCrindleTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport if he has received any representations concerning exemption of children from the Motor Vehicles (Wearing of Rear Seat Belts by Children) Act 1988, where the available seat belts are being used by adult passengers; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Peter BottomleyResponses so far favour exempting children where the available seat belts are being used by adults.
This issue is discussed in our consultation document, "Rear Seat Belt Wearing by Children". Comments are invited by 2 May.
Where belts exist they should be used, either by children or adults. Seat belt wearing saves lives.
No responsible parent should wait for the law before properly restraining their children in the car.