“During the election, I pledged to work with partners across the West Midlands to keep our residents safe and tackle the criminals using our streets as a racetrack.
“I promised to do whatever it takes to prevent people being tragically and avoidably killed and seriously injured on our roads. I intend to deliver on that promise.
“I will be meeting urgently with the Leader of Birmingham Council, John Cotton, and the Police and Crime Commissioner, Simon Foster, to put in place the action needed to help combat this scourge. I will also raise the issue with the Transport Secretary, Louise Haigh, in our meeting next week.
“Birmingham City Council has written to the Chief Constable of West Midlands Police - and I support the need for urgency. Whilst enforcement by policing is crucial, our plan must be about much more than that.
“I’ve also spoken to all WMCA member authorities and it was agreed that working together to eliminate road danger is a priority for the West Midlands as a whole.
“This is an issue that is blighting our region which is why immediate and unwavering focus is needed.
“I will bring together all partners in the region to help us achieve Vision Zero. No death on our roads is acceptable, that’s why we must strive to protect everyone across the network.”
