§ 59. Sir David MitchellTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport whether he has any proposals to increase the observance of the 70 mph limit by drivers of vehicles coming off motorways.
§ Mr. ChopeWe are concerned to improve observance of speed limits on all types of roads. Motorways, including the sliproads, are among our safest roads. They carry 14 per cent. of all traffic but account for only 2.5 per cent. of those killed and seriously injured. Drivers leaving the motorway are advised in the "Highway Code" to adjust their driving to suit the new conditions and to check their speedometers since an incorrect perception of speed can Occur.