HL Deb 12 June 2000 vol 613 cc183-4WA
Earl Attlee

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Whether it would be legal or desirable for midwives when involved with medical emergencies to use a green flashing light on their vehicles. [HL2696]

Lord Whitty

It is currently not legal for midwives to use green flashing lights. The use of a warning beacon emitting green light is restricted to medical practitioners registered by the General Medical Council, and for the purposes of an emergency.

However, the Government will be reviewing whether the regulations should be amended to extend this facility to midwives. Any proposal to do this would be subject to public consultation.