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Road Vehicles (Dipped Headlights)

Volume 961: debated on Thursday 1 February 1979

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asked the Secretary of State for Transport if he is satisfied that drivers generally are aware of and act upon the Road Vehicles Use of Lights During Day-time Regulations 1975, requiring dipped headlights to be used in poor visibility conditions; and if he will ensure that these regulations are given adequate publicity.

I believe most motorists are aware that they must use their headlamps when driving in conditions of poor daytime visibility. Attention is drawn to this requirement in the Highway Code and the fog code. Radio warnings of bad road conditions, especially fog, usually include a reminder to motorists to use their headlamps. We also use television to publicise this message.