§ 52. Mr. Spriggsasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department to what extent unlit, or poorly lit streets, are responsible for traffic accidents which involve pedestrians, and the more serious crimes of violence including burglaries.
§ Mr. BrittanThe first part of the question relating to traffic accidents is a matter for my right hon. Friend the Minister of Transport. On the question of the effects on crime of street lighting, research has not been conclusive; but it is considered that good lighting in streets and elsewhere can have a deterrent effect on criminals, particularly burglars.