HC Deb 01 July 1968 vol 767 cc191-2W
Mr. Peter Walker

asked the Minister of Transport whether, during the coming year, he will make a study of the number of fatal injuries to drivers and passengers on motorcycles who did not wear safety helmets.

Mr. Marsh

No. We already know that the wearing of safety helmets reduces the risk of injuries to the head. About 70 per cent. of motorcyclists at present wear helmets and we are continuing with our publicity to persuade all of them to do so.

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