§ Mr. Matherasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many road deaths there have been in Northern Ireland in the years 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973 and 1974, respectively; and whether he is satisfied that all possible measures are being taken to prevent this loss of life in the. Province.
§ Mr. Concannon:The information is as follows:
Year Number of Road Deaths 1970 … … … … 272 1971 … … … … 304 1972 … … … … 372 1973 … … … … 335 1974 … … … … 316 Total 1,599 I am, of course, gravely concerned at the loss of life in Northern Ireland caused through road accidents, but I am satisfied with the measures which are being taken to prevent it. With the introduction of private car testing from 1st July next, road safety legislation and techniques will be substantially in line with the rest of the United Kingdom.