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Road Safety (Schools) 2025-11-12

12 November 2025 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Jenny Riddell-Carpenter Lab Suffolk Coastal

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At a glance

Jenny Riddell-Carpenter raised concerns about road safety (schools) 2025-11-12 in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Proposes a Bill to address road safety measures near schools.
  • Highlights the need for local authorities to take proactive steps based on evidence of potential risk.
  • Cites statistics indicating that over 1,200 children are injured monthly within 500 metres of school gates.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Jenny Riddell-Carpenter Lab Suffolk Coastal

Proposes a Bill to make provision about road safety measures near schools, highlighting the need for proactive steps by local authorities to improve safety around schools where there is evidence of potential risk. Cites statistics showing that road traffic accidents are the leading cause of death for children in the UK and that over 1,200 children are injured monthly within 500 metres of school gates. Advocates for measures such as proper crossings, clear road markings, enforced parking restrictions, visible signage, and the presence of school-crossing patrols.

Other contributors (1)
  • Jenny Riddell-Carpenter Lab Suffolk Coastal

    Calls attention to local incidents such as the case of Roman Osborne who was hit by a van outside his primary school. Emphasises that road safety is about making environments safer and not just reducing speeds. Highlights the issue at Bucklesham primary school which has faced road safety challenges for two decades without any permanent measures put in place. Proposes her Bill to make it mandatory for councils to take proactive steps to improve safety around schools based on evidence of risk, ensuring transparency through annual statements by councils.

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