Road (Highways Safety) related deaths

Noted (AI summary) The Department for Transport acknowledges the concerns about e-cycle modification but states that existing regulations and enforcement powers are sufficient. They highlight regulations concerning e-cycles, the responsibilities of manufacturers and retailers, and the role of the Office for Product Safety and Standards and Local Authority Trading Standards.

Noted (AI summary) The Department for Transport states that the concerns raised are not appropriate for them to respond to, as the incident occurred on a racetrack and not on a public highway, and refers the matter to DCMS. The Department for Culture, Media and Sport will work with Sport England, HSE, the ACU, the Department for Transport, and other stakeholders to assess possible actions to improve track safety and help prevent future deaths at motocross activities.

Noted (AI summary) Bridgend County Borough Council acknowledges concerns about the A48 Laleston, Bridgend, but states existing signage and road markings meet regulations. The Council continues to monitor personal injury collision data and will implement measures to make the highways network safer where appropriate.

Noted (AI summary) The DVLA acknowledges the concerns and explains the current driver licensing requirements, including medical standards and reporting obligations. They state that the information provided on Mr. Harris's D4 medical reports did not raise any health concerns.

Noted (AI summary) The Department for Transport acknowledges the concerns regarding helmet use for e-scooter and bicycle riders. The government guidance for e-scooter rental trials strongly recommends all users should wear helmets. They state that helmets remain a matter of personal choice for cyclists.

Noted (AI summary) The Department for Transport will examine what more could be done to ensure the roadworthiness of tractors, trailers and coupling devices and will investigate how best to raise awareness of the DVSA's published guidance on maintaining roadworthiness and vehicle loading, as well as of the existing voluntary trailer maintenance scheme. The NFU provides information and guidance to its members via its website, Business Guides, the British Farmer and Grower magazine, and electronic newsletters, and regularly highlights the importance of tractor and trailer maintenance when communicating with its members. HSE outlines its role as Britain’s national regulator for workplace health and safety and highlights that the health and safety legislative framework and associated guidance is sufficient and clear in its requirement to use equipment suitable for the task that is maintained in a safe condition. The AEA and BAGMA would support proposals for change from the Department for Transport including extending mandatory roadworthiness testing to vehicles travelling below 25mph and requiring failsafe breakaway systems on all trailers.

Noted (AI summary) The Department for Transport acknowledges the concerns, explains the driver licensing renewal process for those over 70, and mentions a 2023 call for evidence on driver licensing for people with medical conditions, the analysis of which is ongoing, with potential changes to the legislative framework to follow. The DVLA acknowledges receipt of the coroner's report and extends condolences, stating that a full response, agreed with the Department for Transport, will be sent by the Secretary of State for Transport.

Noted (AI summary) TfL intends to implement a permanent pedestrian crossing scheme at the A4/Jersey Road junction in Hounslow by 2026, including signal-controlled crossings. In the interim, temporary customer information signage warning pedestrians to take care when crossing the road will be installed by January 2025. The Department for Transport states that Transport for London (TfL) is responsible for traffic management on its roads, including the pedestrian crossing at issue. The DfT says no consent is required from the Department to enable TfL to make changes to this site, and funding will come from TfL revenue sources. The London Borough of Hounslow is working with TfL to improve traffic conditions on the A4, especially for vulnerable road users. Proposals are being considered for signal-controlled crossings for pedestrians and cyclists across the A4 and Jersey Road, with construction planned for 2026-27, along with interim temporary signage.