Written question asked by Keith Vaz (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 22 May 1997. It was answered by Alun Michael (Labour) on Thursday, 22 May 1997 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: What plans he has to introduce legislation to extend police powers of arrest over hit-and-run drivers; and what other measures he plans to take in respect of hit-and-run drivers.

Answer: Mr. Vaz: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what plans he has to introduce legislation to extend police powers of arrest over hit-and-run drivers; and what other measures he plans to take in respect of hit-and-run drivers. [718] Mr. Michael: The Government intend to make failure to stop after a road accident involving personal injury an arrestable offence. Primary legislation will be brought forward at the earliest opportunity. No other measures are planned.

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