HC Deb 16 December 1936 vol 318 cc2450-1
36. Mr. WATKINS

asked the Minister of Transport the number of people killed and injured in road accidents since January, 1931?

Captain HUDSON

Approximately 40,350 killed and 1,290,000 injured.

Mr. WATKINS

Has the Minister any plans under consideration for reducing these appalling figures during the next five years?

Captain HUDSON

The hon. Member knows that my right hon. Friend has this matter constantly before him, and that he is considering a number of suggestions at the present moment.