HC Deb 17 January 1992 vol 201 cc654-5W
Mr. Pawsey

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what research has taken place into accidents on motorways caused by motorists falling momentarily asleep.

Mr. Chope

Research has been carried out by the university of Loughborough in this country and by various institutions overseas.

Mr. Pawsey

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what contact his Department has with his opposite numbers in the European Community and the United States of America on research into motorists falling momentarily asleep whilst driving on motorways.

Mr. Chope

My Department has regular contact with other countries to discuss all aspects of road safety and research.