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A34 Slip Road Safety (East Ilsley and Beedon) 2025-05-13
13 May 2025
Lead MP
Olivia Bailey
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
Economy
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Olivia Bailey raised concerns about a34 slip road safety (east ilsley and beedon) 2025-05-13 in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Ms Olivia Bailey presented a motion to initiate a Bill for the review of safety on A34 slip roads in East Ilsley and Beedon. She highlighted that these slip roads have seen multiple fatalities and serious accidents, with over 90% of respondents in her survey reporting issues and 96% agreeing they are dangerous. The roads are stressful to navigate due to short bends and blind spots, leading to near misses and fatalities. Additionally, she stressed the economic impact as businesses reliant on A34 deliveries face disruptions from road closures.
Olivia Bailey
Lab
Reading West and Mid Berkshire
Ms Olivia Bailey outlined her constituents' experiences of dangerous driving conditions due to short slip roads and poor visibility. She noted that many residents avoid using these slip roads during peak hours, causing additional traffic in surrounding areas. Furthermore, she mentioned that the situation is affecting local property values as some are considering leaving their homes due to safety concerns.
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