§ Mr. JannerTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport, pursuant to his answer of 30 January,Official Report, column 632, what steps he has taken to obtain the agreement of the European Community to compulsory three point belts for rear centre seating on all saloon motor vehicles.
§ Mr. ChopeNegotiations are still continuing in the European Community on dates for the fitment of three 421W point belts for rear outer seats in new cars. Requiring three point belts in rear centre seats would be technically complex, would take time to develop and, would be unlikely to secure agreement. The quickest and most effective way forward is for manufacturers voluntarily to introduce three point belts for rear centre seats wherever technically possible.