CYCLE TRACKS

Mr Ang Nam Piau asked the Minister for National Development, in view of the increasing number of cyclists killed or injured in road accidents, if he will consider providing separate lanes for cyclists along new roads, especially in industrial estates.

Mr Teh Cheang Wan: Mr Speaker, Sir, cycle tracks have been provided along major roads, such as, Queensway, Alexandra Road, Lorong Chuan, Adam Road, Lornie Road and Nicoll Highway. Industrial areas which have been provided with cycle tracks are Commonwealth Avenue between North Buona Vista Road and Queen's Circus, and Corporation Road in Jurong Town. However, these cycle tracks are poorly used by cyclists. The provision of cycle tracks along major roads has, therefore, been discontinued.

Provision of cycle tracks will not reduce road accidents unless cyclists use the cycle tracks and observe the traffic rules. We will consider providing cycle tracks in new housing/industrial estates in future if a clear need exists.