HL Deb 02 December 2003 vol 655 c24WA
Lord Faulkner of Worcester

asked Her Majesty's Government: When they plan to implement the provisions of the Railways and Transport Safety Act 2003 relating to the blood alcohol level of airline pilots. [HL15]

Lord Davies of Oldham

Part V of the Railways and Transport Safety Act will come into force as soon as existing police screening equipment is ready for use at the new low aviation limit. The necessary type approval process is nearing completion. Thereafter a period of approximately one month will be needed to carry out equipment modifications and to familiarise officers with its use in the aviation environment.