§ Mr. Steenasked the Secretary of State for Transport if his Department will be encouraging cycling and walking during European Road Safety Year; and what steps they will be taking to seek to make these modes of transport safer.
§ Mr. Peter BottomleyFostering safer walking and cycling is an important part of the Department's approach to all roads and traffic matters. Initiatives includes programmes of research, advice on good practice and regular publicity campaigns, including during this European Road Safety Year.