Road Safety


Radio Newcastle DJ gets ban and fine for careless driving around two off-duty policemen on a bike ride

Admitted shouting and pulling over 'because they weren't single file' but said he didn't drive at them

Hackney cyclist hit and runs rocket as more residents take up cycling

Police and cycle campaigners say uninsured drivers pose biggest risk

Government has "wasted opportunity" to take lead on road safety says Commons Transport Committee chair

Report had urged government to take responsibility on issue, but response disappoints MPs and campaigners

Driver sought over mystery injury of teenage triathlete in the New Forest

The seriously injured 14-year-old girl was found in the road after a silver vehicle passed

Most drivers support much higher penalties for driving offences

Up to £1000 fines for careless driving or talking on a mobile at the wheel?

DfT's new Think Cyclist campaign fails to get cycling organisations on board

Concerns over contradiction of Highway Code, helmet advice and size of budget allocated to initiative

New Transport Secretary: Speeding kills, and road safety is my priority

Plans to increase M-way speed limits will be subject to safety considerations

Sentences for dangerous, drunk, and careless driving getting lighter

FoI request reveals worrying trend Institute of Advanced Motorists calls for tougher penalties for dangerous drivers

Competition winner for new HGV cyclist warning sign announced

InTandem competition to find a new design to warn cyclists of dangers of undertaking

Two in three commuters believe Britain's roads unfit for cycling, according to Brake survey

Road safety charity teams up with law firm to launch Cycle For Life initiative