DfT days driving is getting safer
Newly published Department for Transport (DfT) figures show that compared to previous figures, driving is becoming far safer.
According to the DfT, in 2009 there were 222,146 reported casualties of all severities, 4% lower than in 2008. Of these, 2,222 people were killed, 12% lower than in 2008. The number of fatalities fell for almost all types of road user, most notably with a drop of 16% for car occupants.
Figures on the number of people killed and injured on the roads in 2009 were published in June, but this report provides more detailed information about accident circumstances, vehicle involvement and casualties, as well as trends in accidents and casualties.
Further information on Reported Road Casualties Great Britain 2009: Annual Report can be found on the DfT website by clicking here...
To visit the BVRLA website click here...
source: BVRLA
Labels: BVRLA, DFT, Road Safety
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