Road Traffic

Part of the debate – in the House of Commons at 9:23 pm on 24 April 2001.

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Photo of Robert Syms Robert Syms Shadow Spokesperson (Environment, Transport and the Regions) 9:23, 24 April 2001

My hon. Friend makes a good point. The regulations risk putting American car importers and enthusiasts out of business. We are considering a small number of people who nevertheless invest a lot of money in their businesses. They fight a constant uphill battle with the SVA regulations in order to get vehicles into the country. They are not the big battalions; they are not major international firms. They are individuals and I do not understand why Parliament should not protect their right to conduct their business and provide products that people wish to buy and cherish. I hope that the Under-Secretary will consider the matter carefully and amend the regulations so that businesses, jobs and livelihoods are not lost.