Transport Safety Officer wins regional award after issuing 875 warnings in a year
West Midlands transport safety officer Paul Wheatley has scooped a major award after becoming the scourge of troublemakers and a reassuring figure for thousands of commuters on the region’s trains, buses and trams. During 1,186 hours on the beat, the prolific patrolman helped more than 6,000 people last year covering a wide range of issues […]
Outstanding contributions towards road safety and active travel recognised
Warwickshire County Council has marked the achievements of those Warwickshire primary schools who have actively promoted the Safe and Active Schools programme. The road safety education and active travel programme, which now engages with over 90 schools, was celebrated at a new awards ceremony. Organised by the Council’s Road Safety Education Team, Safe and Active […]
Lack of funding and data ‘hindering road safety’, says new survey by VivaCity
There are major challenges to road safety planning because of lack of funding and inadequate data, according to transport and highways solutions provider, VivaCity. The company surveyed 200 councils and found that 63% of them said lack of funding was a problem, while 45% said there was a lack of data available to them when […]
Two School Streets trials start in Dudley
Legal traffic orders have come into effect in two areas of Dudley borough, as part of a pilot scheme to reduce congestion and improve road safety around schools. Dudley Council is working with partners to pilot the orders as part of the School Streets scheme, with roads near to Peter’s Hill Primary, Amblecote, and Brook […]
Infrastructure Northern Ireland welcomes Executive approval of DFI Road Safety Strategy
The Northern Ireland Executive has approved the new Department for Infrastructure Road Safety Strategy, Minister O’Dowd has confirmed. The Strategy outlines ambitious road safety improvement targets to 2030, and the Department will work with partners to develop an action plan to work towards these targets. In 2023, 71 people lost their lives on the North’s […]
Safer urban roads with expansion of 20mph limit in Aberdeen
A consultation is to be held on the potential of hundreds more streets across Aberdeen becoming safer with the expansion of a 20mph speed limit into built-up areas. The Council’s Net Zero, Environment and Transport Committee today approved the move after a report to members said evidence shows that if you hit a pedestrian at […]
Yunex Traffic and Lifeskills join forces to promote road safety education
In a significant more aimed at enhancing road safety awareness and education, Yunex Traffic has entered a strategic partnership with Lifeskills, the pioneering organisation dedicated to equipping young people with essential skills for navigating the challenges of adulthood. This collaboration will help strengthen the impactful work of Lifeskills’ safety tour, which provides a vital platform […]
Cyclists and pedestrians at highest risk on Jersey roads
Cyclists and pedestrians face the highest risk of injury on Jersey’s roads, according to a new report. The Government’s Road Traffic Collision and Casualty Update found out of the 214 people hurt in 2023, 142 were either on a bike or on foot, reports the BBC. It also found a higher proportion of people in […]
Highway Care introduces ‘The BOSS’ to lead the battle against incursions
Highway Care, the pioneer of innovative solutions for a safer future, has introduced The BOSS to the UK highways industry; a lightweight and rapid deployment anti-incursion device. Manufactured by Highway Care’s partner, Stuer-Egghe, The BOSS has been developed with input from Highway Care’s technical team, tailoring the solution to meet the safety challenges for both […]
Work to start soon to help improve road safety in Maidenhead neighbourhood
Responses to a consultation on proposals to improve road safety at Norfolk Park, a neighbourhood north of Maidenhead town centre and Kidwells Park, have shown that the majority of residents are in support. The work will introduce traffic calming at four of the entry and exit points to the neighbourhood. The specific measures are continuous […]