PQ 120
97 Mr. Gilmore asked the Minister for Transport if his attention has been drawn to new statistics from the National Roads Authority showing that 98% of cars were breaking 30 mph speed limits on main urban roads and that more than 90% of articulated trucks were breaking the speed limits on the same routes; if he has satisfied himself that the current penalty point regime is sufficient to counter this trend; if he intends to take new steps to ensure compliance with speed limits; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20409/04]
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97 Mr. Gilmore asked the Minister for Transport if his attention has been drawn to new statistics from the National Roads Authority showing that 98% of cars were breaking 30 mph speed limits on main urban roads and that more than 90% of articulated trucks were breaking the speed limits on the same routes; if he has satisfied himself that the current penalty point regime is sufficient to counter this trend; if he intends to take new steps to ensure compliance with speed limits; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20409/04]
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