§ Mr. Pawseyasked the Minister of Transport by how many the number of fatal accidents involving powered vehicles has increased since the introduction of the new lighting regulations in April 1972 during the hours of darkness.
§ Mr. Kenneth ClarkeI assume that my hon. Friend means "parked" rather than "powered" vehicles and have answered accordingly.
545WI regret, however, that the information requested is not available in the precise form requested. The following is available:
Parked vehicle involvements in fatal accidents in darkness (Great Britain)
Number 1971 137 1973 154 Increase 17 (12 per cent.) More than two years information could be produced only at disproportionate cost.