HC Deb 05 November 1958 vol 594 c50W
55. Mr. Page

asked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation if he will state, as a percentage increase or decrease in the last 20 years, the rate of road casualties amongst pedestrians, pedal cyclists, motor-vehicle drivers, and passengers, respectively.

Mr. Nugent

Over the past 20 years pedestrian and pedal cyclist casualties have fallen by 23 per cent. and 26 per cent., respectively. Driver and passenger casualties have risen by 107 per cent. and 63 per cent. respectively.

56. Mr. Page

asked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation in what percentage of road accidents pedestrians are involved.

Mr. Nugent

About 25 per cent.

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