Berlin Approves Traffic Safety Plan as Road Deaths Surge

The new 'Traffic Safety Program 2030' aims to reduce fatalities through targeted measures, though critics call for stricter enforcement and expanded initiatives.

• The Berlin Senate has approved the 'Traffic Safety Program 2030' to address a sharp rise in road fatalities, which increased from 33 in 2023 to 55 in 2024.
• Key measures include adjusted traffic light timings at intersections, expanded traffic education programs, and enhanced safety for cyclists and pedestrians.
• The plan prioritizes safer cycling infrastructure through the updated Berlin Bicycle Traffic Plan and introduces a 'Safe School Routes' initiative for children.
• Critics, including the Green Party, argue the measures are insufficient and demand stricter enforcement, such as more speed cameras and penalties for violations.
• The program will be monitored for effectiveness, with adjustments planned if proposed measures fail to achieve desired safety outcomes.

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