§ Dr. StarkeyTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what issues were discussed at the first meeting of the Advisory Group on Motorcycling; when its next meeting will be held; and what procedures exist for members of the public to make representations to the Group. [85338]
§ Ms Glenda JacksonThe first meeting of the Advisory Group on Motorcycling identified key areas of concern to motorcyclists and other interested parties. These included the issues of training and licensing, safety and the environment. The Group will consider these and other issues to assist the Government in developing their policy on motorcycling.
The next meeting will take place on 21 July. It is open to members of the public to make representations to member organisations or, of course, direct to the Government, should they wish.
§ Dr. StarkeyTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions if he will list the membership of the Advisory Group on Motorcycling. [85337]
§ Ms Glenda JacksonThe membership of the Advisory Group on Motorcycling is:
- National Motorcycle Council
- British Motorcyclists Federation
- Motorcycle Industry Association
- Despatch Association
- Motorcycle Retailers Association
- Motorcycle Action Group
- Motorcycle Rider Training Association
- Automobile Association
- Royal Automobile Club
- Local Authority Road Safety Officers' Association
- Association of London Borough Road Safety Officers
- Association of Chief Police Officers
- Local Government Association.