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Written question asked by Lord Bradshaw (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Earl Attlee (Conservative) on Tuesday, 8 November 2011.


Traffic Commissioners

Question
To ask Her Majesty’s Government whether they will review the role and powers of the traffic commissioners in the light of the recent Competition Commission recommendation concerning effective regulation of the bus industry.
Answer

Following the recommendations of the Competition Commission, my honourable friend, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport (Norman Baker) has discussed the matter with the Deputy Senior Traffic Commissioner. The Government will wait for the publication of the Competition Commission’s final report before deciding what action is necessary in respect of the role and powers of the traffic commissioners.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
13132; 732 c43WA
Session
2010-12
Subjects
Bus services Competition Powers Traffic Commissioners
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk