Written question asked by Mark Todd (Labour) on Wednesday, 12 November 2008, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 17 November 2008. It was answered by Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour) on Tuesday, 18 November 2008 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

Speed Limits: Motorcycles

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what plans he has to deploy average speed cameras to detect motorcycles travelling at excess speed; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: The Department for Transport is not responsible for speed camera deployment which is entirely a matter for local road safety partnerships. Evidence shows average speed cameras are effective at reducing road casualties and reducing the speed of all types of vehicle. Traffic law enforcement devices require type approval by the Home Office before they can be used. At the moment there are four average speed cameras going through the type approval process. As type approval depends on the outcome of tests and manufacturers' reactions, it is not possible to guarantee that any particular device will be successful or that type approval will be granted within any specific time scale.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 483 c269W; 236323
Session: 2007-08
Related items: Speed Limits: Motorcycles
Wednesday, 26 November 2008
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects: Cameras Motorcycles Speed limits
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