Green man stoplight changes could give pedestrians longer to cross the road
Lights on pedestrian crossings could stay green for longer, giving people more time to cross the road. Transport officials are reviewing guidance for councils, which would increase the length of …Read More
Brake and AXA UK call for a progressive licensing system
In a new report on driver testing and education, the government is being urged to implement a progressive licensing system in order to safeguard young new drivers.
According to the report, …Read More
Delivering on safety: Charity calls for improved protection for delivery riders
Road safety charity IAM RoadSmart is urging food companies, such as Deliveroo and Just Eat, for better protection for their delivery motorcyclists.
The appeals follow the results of the charity’s survey, …Read More
Scotland trials PRIME markings resulting in huge road safety benefits
New road markings trialled in Scotland have resulted in significant road safety benefits for motorcyclists approaching bends.
The PRIME (Perceptual Rider Information for Maximising Expertise and Enjoyment) markings utilise nudge psychology, …Read More
Driving school warns government deregulation is a risk to road safety
RED Driving School has claimed that new government plans to deregulate LGV licensing could risk the safety of road users.
The government proposals would mean that newly qualified car drivers are …Read More
UK revealed as the third safest PIN country for road users
The UK has ranked as the third safest PIN country for road users, according to the European Transport Safety Council (ETSC).
The ETSC presented the findings of its 17th annual Road …Read More
Road safety charity calls for mandatory 20mph limit around schools
Road safety charity Brake has called for a mandatory 20mph zone around schools to reduce accidents and fatalities.
In 2022 there were 2,456 under 16’s seriously hurt or killed on Britain’s …Read More
Pothole hoax: Fake insurance claims for pothole damages on the rise
Zurich Municipal has warned councils of an increase in fake insurance claims for vehicle damages caused by potholes.
The public sector insurer says that fraudulent pothole claims tripled last year, and …Read More
12 new emergency areas to be built on M1 smart motorway
National Highways will start the process of adding 12 emergency areas (EAs) on the smart motorway section of the M1 in South Yorkshire this month.
The refuge areas will be located …Read More
PACTS confirms physical measures make 20mph limits more effective
New research by the Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety (PACTS) has confirmed that physical traffic calming measures make 20mph limits far more effective.
Evidence from six countries in mainland Europe, …Read More