§ Mr. Laurence RobertsonTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what plans he has to ban the use of four star petrol. [61505]
§ Ms Glenda JacksonFour star leaded petrol will be banned from general sale from 1 January 2000 under regulations currently being prepared. The regulations will allow the continuance of a very limited supply of leaded petrol for use by historic vehicles. The Department is well advanced in preparing publicity material for motorists that currently use leaded petrol and further details will be announced very shortly.