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 […]
New statistics show lowest number of people killed on London’s roads outside of pandemic years, as TfL remains committed to further reducing road danger
Transport for London (TfL) has published annual casualty statistics that show the number of people tragically killed or seriously injured on London’s roads in 2023 fell by 6 per cent to the second lowest level on record, from 3,974 to 3,709. Last year was the lowest year on record for fatalities, excluding 2021, which was […]
PACTS issues four life-saving priorities for next government
The Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety (PACTS) has coordinated a groundbreaking manifesto calling for immediate and strategic action to address the persistent issue of road fatalities and serious injuries in the UK. With support, now from more than 60 leading organisations and growing by the day, the manifesto outlines four strategic priorities aimed at revolutionising road […]
Families’ delight as zebra crossing helps children walk more safely to school
Residents in Old Portsmouth now have a safer trip to school after the installation of a new zebra crossing on its High Street. The crossing, which was installed last month, provides safer, more accessible journeys for everyone living and walking and wheeling through the area. Located near the entrance to Peacock Lane, the crossing lies […]