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Motorcycles: Accidents

Volume 494: debated on Tuesday 16 June 2009

To ask the Minister of State, Department for Transport what recent representations he has received on measures to reduce the number of young people killed or seriously injured while riding mopeds; and if he will make a statement. (280119)

A recent report by the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) addressed moped casualties. The Government's Motorcycling Strategy sets out a range of measures to improve the safety of all powered two wheeler users, including young moped riders. It was published in February 2005 and a revised action plan was issued in June 2008. This includes THINK! publicity for powered two wheeler and other road users, improvements to rider training, a safer road environment and safer vehicles and equipment.