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Written question asked by Jane Kennedy (Labour) on Wednesday, 21 March 2007, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 23 March 2007. It was answered by Stephen Ladyman (Labour) on Wednesday, 28 March 2007 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Vehicle Emissions

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport if he will take steps to arrange flexibility of implementation for a Europe-wide agreement on exhaust emissions to allow UK-based car manufacturers to respond fully and positively whilst maintaining their manufacturing operations; and if he will make a statement.
Answer

Following the European Commission’s announcement of its intention to legislate on new car fuel efficiency, the Government intend to hold a consultation with stakeholders to ensure that impacts are fully assessed, including issues of flexibility and cost-effectiveness, before a final legislative proposal is produced.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
458 c1520W; 129845
Session
2006-07
Subjects
Exhaust emissions Motor vehicles
Link
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