§ Lord Pearson of Rannochasked Her Majesty's Government:
Which European legislation could have an effect on (a) the London double-decker bus and (b) the British midi-bus; and what is the latest position with regard to such legislation.
§ The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Department of Transport (Viscount Goschen)European legislation aimed at achieving a single market for vehicle manufacturers may influence the design of future buses in the UK as vehicle standards are established for the European Union.
We are expecting a draft bus and coach directive from the Commission later this year. The Government will defend the interests of British bus manufacturers and operators in any negotiations.