§ Mr. Teddy Taylorasked the Secretary of State for Transport how many young persons under the age of 20 years were involved in road accidents when driving in the most recent three years for which figures are available; and if there is any evidence of the percentage of those accidents in which drink was a factor.
§ Mr. HoramThe following information is available:
DRIVERS UNDER 20 YEARS OF AGE INVOLVED IN ACCIDENTS Great Britain Percentage of drivers Number Breath test Breath tested positive* 1975 66,234 9 3.3 1976 76,351 9 2.4 1977 78,143 9 2.5 * Includes failed to provide.