Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 May 2006
438 Ms O. Mitchell asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the details which are listed on the collision report forms used by An Garda Síochána in the aftermath of road accidents; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18381/06]
View answerThe Gardaí supply details of road accidents on Form C(T) 68 to the National Roads Authority complete with map title and grid reference number. This is an NRA form compiled in consultation with the Garda Síochána. The Form C(T) 68 is a comprehensive document with data captured under the following headings: Station; Day and date; Time and place; County, local authority and townland; Vehicle details; Occupants Pedestrians involved; Pedestrian visibility at night; Collision type; Investigation at scene; Driver/cyclist details; Road factor contribution; Lighting and weather conditions; Speed limit; Vehicle defects and number of vehicles involved; Tax; Insurance; Certificate of road worthiness; Driving licence (full licence/ provisional); Alcohol testing; Contributory factors. The National Roads Authority may propose changes to the accident report form in consultation with the Garda Síochána should it feel that further data should be captured on the form. I am informed by the Garda authorities that they have agreed with the NRA a review of the form with a view to improving the capture of data, including forensic data.
