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Children cycling – pic credit European Cyclists Federation

Transport Research Laboratory: Mandatory helmet laws “prevent head and brain injuries”

Jersey's helmet laws for children should be repeated across the UK says report from leading transport research centre

Sat, Jul 26, 2014 09:00
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Driving Choices for the Older Motorist report cover

Report estimates 50,000 people in UK turning 70 this year will keep driving when no longer fit to do so

As many as 170,000 will surrender licence prematurely says RAC Foundation, calling for more support for self-assessment

Wed, Feb 27, 2013 15:55
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Cement lorry in London © Simon MacMichael.jpg

London construction firms lack awareness of danger lorries pose to cyclists, says TRL report

Industry also criticised for not applying same emphasis to health & safety on the road as they do on-site

Fri, Feb 01, 2013 14:35
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City Hall London

Boris Johnson claims two in three cyclists killed or seriously injured were breaking law

Assertion made at Mayor's Question Time, which also saw junctions review and Go Dutch commitment in spotlight

Thu, May 24, 2012 08:28
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Cycle lane

Slowing motorists down the best way to increase safety for cyclists says DfT report

Review of evidence casts doubt on safety benefits of cycle lanes and Advanced Stop Lines too

Tue, Nov 29, 2011 17:31
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Commuting in Bristol © Jonny Gawler

DfT research: Reckless riding accounts for tiny percentage of cyclist casualties

Study analysis causes of collisions resulting in death or serious injury to cyclists

Wed, Dec 16, 2009 11:52
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White cycle helmet

CTC slams Transport Research Laboratory cycle helmet report

Researchers say helmets save lives, but CTC claims they ignore health impact on those deterred from cycling if helmet use made compulsory

Wed, Dec 16, 2009 09:46
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driving using mobile phone

LCC urges cyclists to report drivers using mobiles

Fifty per cent of accidents could be caused by driver distraction says TRL

Fri, Aug 21, 2009 12:05
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