asked the Minister for Justice when he intends to introduce the motor car insurance measures relating to his Department which were recently announced by the Minister for Industry, Trade, Commerce and Tourism.

(Limerick East): I have been in touch with the Garda authorities with a view to a further intensification of enforcement of the law on motor insurance. In addition, I am considering in consultation with the Garda authorities, the introduction, on a pilot basis, of a scheme whereby gardaí would advise motorists of safety defects in their cars.

With regard to the fines-on-the-spot system, the Government decided that a study be made of the possible extension of the system and this study has begun. The introduction of any changes considered to be desirable would be a matter for the Minister for the Environment.

The Government also decided that, having regard to the complex legal issues involved, two recommendations which the Prices Advisory Committee made for changes in court procedure in civil liability cases should be examined by the Committee on Court Practice and Procedure, prior to further consideration by the Government. I have referred the matters to the Committee accordingly.

There has already been an improvement in the arrears situation in the High Court and a further improvement can be expected as a result of various measures which have been taken.