Road deaths in London have risen sharply, with pedestrian fatalities up 25% this year, prompting calls for urgent action. London Road Deaths ‘Crisis’ as Pedestrian Fatalities Surge by 25 Percent London: The number of road deaths in London has jumped by 16% this year. This includes a cyclist who died two weeks after being hit…
Anna Sabine raises concerns about young driver safety and suggests new measures Anna Sabine Proposes New Driving Measures for Young People Frome: During a debate, MP Anna Sabine shared serious worries about young drivers. She mentioned the dangers of local A-roads, which are often windy and fast. She recalled a tragic accident in 2023 where…
After losing their son, Harry, to an unlicensed driver, his parents advocate for tougher laws to prevent similar tragedies. Bereaved Parents Push for Stricter Laws on Unlicensed Driving Swindon: Harry Parker was just 14 when a car hit him on his way to school. His dad, Adam, remembers him as a lively football fan who…
Dorset Police launched an operation targeting heavy load vehicles to ensure road safety Police Crack Down on Heavy Load Vehicles in Dorset Dorset: Police are focusing on heavy load vehicles. They want to keep roads safe. Officers from the roads traffic team are checking the busiest routes. Since January 2024, police received over 1,000 calls…
Dorset Police launched an operation targeting heavy load vehicles to prevent road hazards and ensure safety on major routes. Dorset Police Crack Down on Heavy Load Vehicles to Ensure Road Safety Dorset: Officers from the Dorset Police roads traffic team focused on busy roads. They aimed to highlight the dangers of unsecured loads during their…
Torfaen plans to introduce a camera car to enhance road safety near schools. Torfaen’s First ‘Camera Car’ Could Be on Streets by the End of March Torfaen: A new camera car may soon patrol the streets. It aims to catch drivers ignoring road safety rules near schools. The borough council plans to buy this car…
Police are addressing community concerns about speeding and unsafe driving in Bute and Cowal, with plans for engagement events. Police Target Motorist Behaviour in Bute and Cowal Area Bute: Police are responding to community feedback about road safety. Inspector Bart Simonis shared this at a recent meeting. They reported over 20 speeding offences in just…
Ivo Forde, a father of four, tragically died in a crash caused by an elderly driver in King’s Lynn, raising concerns about road safety. Tribute to Burnham Overy Staithe Man Ivo Forde Killed by Elderly Driver King’s Lynn: A tragic accident took place on April 5, 2023. Ivo Forde, a 74-year-old father of four, died…
Chris Vince highlights urgent road safety issues outside Harlow schools, urging action. Harlow MP Chris Vince Addresses Road Safety Concerns Near Schools Harlow: Chris Vince, the local MP, recently joined a road safety debate. He focused on traffic issues outside schools in Harlow. Many parents have reached out with concerns. Parents at Little Parndon Primary…
A five-year-old boy tragically died after running into traffic while searching for his brothers in Cornwall Boy, 5, Killed by Car Was ‘In School Uniform & Looking for His Brothers’ Cornwall: A five-year-old boy named Dexter Chapman was killed in a tragic accident. He ran into a busy road while looking for his older brothers.…
Councillors will review plans to convert a former car showroom into a grocery store amid safety concerns from locals Councillors Set to Decide on Plans for Five Lanes End Shop Leeds: A former car showroom in Wortley might become a grocery store. Some locals worry it could worsen road safety issues. Councillors will meet next…
Recent data shows a significant drop in road collisions in Wrexham and Flintshire since the 20mph speed limit was introduced. Crashes in Wrexham and Flintshire Decrease Since 20mph Speed Limit Wrexham: The latest police data shows a drop in road crashes. This covers July to September 2024, marking the first year since the 20mph speed…
Following the tragic death of a cyclist, calls for improved road safety grow louder in Eaglesham Cyclists Face Danger on Roads After Tragic Death Sparks Safety Concerns Eaglesham: Recently, a cyclist was tragically killed in a collision. This incident has raised serious safety concerns for cyclists in the area. David Lang was cycling on Polnoon…
New housing plans in Southowram raise road safety issues among residents Entrance for New Housing Scheme Sparks Road Safety Concerns Southowram: A new housing project is causing some worries. Residents are concerned about road safety. The plan is for up to nine homes on land off Bank Top. The Calderdale Council Planning Committee approved the…
Suffolk police arrested 160 drivers during a crackdown on impaired driving over the holidays 160 Arrests Made on Suffolk Roads During Police Crackdown on Impaired Driving Suffolk: The #IsYourLicenceWorthIt campaign ran from December 1 to January 1. It aimed to raise awareness about the dangers of drink driving. The campaign focused on everyday drink drivers.…
During a recent campaign, nearly 5,000 breath tests and 963 drug wipes were conducted to deter impaired driving. Thousands Tested During Festive Drink and Drug Drive Campaign Scotland: The recent drink and drug driving campaign was quite extensive. They conducted 4,779 breath tests and 963 drug wipes. The goal was to keep roads safe during…
Danny Garnham, a lorry driver, faces consequences for not taking breaks while driving, risking public safety. Felixstowe Lorry Driver Danny Garnham Fails to Take Required Breaks Felixstowe: Danny Garnham, 34, was sentenced at Ipswich Crown Court. The judge, Recorder Jonathan Richards, said he drove while very tired. This put the public at risk. He knew…
Crystal Owen advocates for driving law changes after her son’s tragic accident in Gwynedd Mum of Gwynedd Crash Victim Joins Young Drivers Debate in Parliament Gwynedd: Crystal Owen is pushing for changes in driving laws. Her son, Harvey, died in a car crash during a camping trip in November 2023. He was just 17 years…
The Roads Minister has dropped plans aimed at improving safety for young drivers, raising concerns among campaigners and families affected by road incidents Roads Minister Abandoned Young Driver Safety Plans After Taking Power Wakefield: So, it turns out the Roads Minister, Lilian Greenwood, has decided to ditch plans that were supposed to help keep young…
Carterton councillors are rallying for immediate repairs to dangerous potholes affecting local roads and safety for all users Carterton Residents Demand Urgent Action Over Unacceptable Potholes Carterton: Town councillors Elaine Hatton, Steve Vaughan, and Simon Watson are stepping up to tackle the pothole problem in their area. They hit the streets to show just how…
