6 OCTOBER 1928, Page 3

• The- Home Secretary has announced that he and the

Minister of Transport are drafting regulations for abating the nuisance -of street- noises,- not only in London, but throughout the country. It is recognized that the noise is largely due to motors and- motor horns. - The-Minister Of Transport will consult with the motor organizations and -With the public authorities.. He has the 'power to make regulations, but it rests with the Home Secretary, as the central police authority, to see that they are tnforeed: - • • _ alt •