Road Safety 2026-02-05

Supports reducing the drink-driving limit to the lowest possible level, suggesting pilots' standards as an example.

Welcomes Government’s road safety strategy but highlights low awareness of highway code and slow process for reviewing or reducing speed limits. Supports speeding measures but suggests caution regarding the proposal to reduce the drink-driving limit, as offences are typically caused by those who greatly exceed the limit.

Suggests a campaign for greater awareness among experienced drivers about the changes in highway code since 2022.

Supported the proposals introduced by Mr Dillon for setting a required speed and distance when passing horses, as well as teaching equestrian safety in driving education. Cited over 3,000 incidents involving dangerous passing of horses on roads connecting bridleways.

Welcomed the Labour Government's new road safety strategy and highlighted Sharlotte’s law as a campaign to address gaps in road traffic law concerning unconscious persons. Cited delays in investigations due to reliance on consent for testing blood samples.

Supported the need for Staffordshire county council to take action following a case involving his constituent who was knocked down while taking their daughter to school. Emphasised the urgency of addressing road safety issues.

Called for graduated driving licence schemes to reduce the number of serious incidents involving young drivers, citing statistics showing one in five new drivers involved in an accident within their first year.

Agreed that graduated driving licence schemes could be effective based on evidence from Western Australia and Victoria, urging the Minister to consider international lessons.

Highlighted road safety as a top issue in his constituency, advocating for more proactive community-led approaches. Emphasised the need for local authorities to retain fees from fixed penalty fines to better resource road safety efforts.

Intervened to correct outdated guidance that suggests a certain number of incidents are required before intervention is deemed necessary. Supported the idea that community concerns should be addressed proactively.

Congratulated Anna Dixon on securing this important debate. Welcomed the Government’s announcement of a new road safety strategy which aims to reduce deaths and serious injuries by 65%. Highlighted issues such as speeding and unsafe junctions in her constituency, proposing that proximity to schools should be an essential consideration when determining speed limits.

Asked Liz Twist if she agreed that proximity to schools should be treated as a crucial factor in setting safe speed limits, citing concerns about children navigating fast-moving traffic near their nurseries and schools.

Mourned the loss of Mathew Hardy, a young man from Pwllheli who was killed in a two-car collision. Advocated for graduated driving licences as they have been shown to reduce young driver casualties significantly and save lives. Also suggested monitoring Northern Ireland’s approach to graduated licences which starts from October 2023.

Suggested that the UK Government could proactively engage with Scotland's willingness to trial things such as graduated licences and other road safety measures proposed by Fiona Hyslop.

Paid tribute to Salvador Modke, a 15-year-old who was tragically killed on London Road in Thetford while crossing the street. Highlighted that his death brought attention to subpar safety measures at pedestrian crossings which will now be assessed for improvement.

I dedicate my speech to a friend who lost her adult son in a road traffic collision. I welcome the new road safety strategy, particularly addressing young people involved disproportionately in accidents and drivers aged 17-24 accounting for 24% of fatal and serious collisions. Drunk driving remains an issue despite THINK! campaign efforts. Cyclists face dangers on roads leading to incidents such as my constituent hit by an e-bike rider who preferred pavements due to road safety concerns.

Welcomes Labour's steps to improve road safety including funding and the new strategy. Highlights drug driving as a growing concern with 70% increase in drivers killed in fatal collisions between 2014-2023. Commends police powers for immediate licence suspensions, roadside testing improvements, and tackling pavement parking issues.

Thanks Anna Dixon for securing the debate. Attended a Safe Drive Stay Alive event highlighting John Galloway’s tragic story of his son David, who was hospitalised after an avoidable accident and now needs feeding through a PEG. Event costs £36k annually with council funding issues threatening its future.

Thanks Anna Dixon for securing the debate. Parish councils push for 20 mph speed limits and action against heavy goods vehicles damaging narrow roads in Bradley. Raised accident hotspots on A519 near Slindon and rural lanes, highlighting Diana Kynaston's concerns about dangerous conditions for motorcyclists.

Expressed despair at the state of roads in Staffordshire, highlighting that it is the slowest authority at repairing potholes. Asked the Minister about mechanisms to ensure road maintenance funding is used effectively and supports a joined-up approach to road safety.

Shared the tragic story of Kevin, a traffic management officer killed during a police pursuit. Emphasised Julie's request for answers about protocols and communication that led to her husband’s death. Welcomed the Government's road safety strategy but urged them to work on protecting those who keep roads safe.

Discussed increasing deaths on Essex roads, particularly among young people. Highlighted concerns about infrastructure and traffic management on the A12 and A120. Advocated for safety technologies in vehicles, tougher action against drink/drug driving, and improving driver testing periods.

Stressed concerns about uninsured drivers who are statistically more likely to be involved in road accidents. Welcomed the Government's consultation on a review of the motoring offences framework. Also highlighted speeding as a concern for many responsible road users.

Discussed human shortcomings in driving, the impact of young male drivers, design issues with roads, and the importance of enforcement, cycle training, and better support for new drivers. Also highlighted pedestrian and cyclist responsibilities.

Acknowledged the need to stop terrible road accidents from occurring again in the future. Supported measures like stronger fines for egregious offences but emphasised the importance of enforcement.

The MP stressed the need for targeted responses towards drug driving and highlighted statistics showing a significant increase in drug-impaired drivers involved in fatal accidents. She also mentioned concerns over road safety measures such as 20 mph limits being undermined when drivers do not perceive their necessity.

Though his specific contributions are not detailed, he addressed the need for action to reduce speed and contributed to discussions on road safety measures.