Nearly 30,000 people suffered serious injuries or were killed on Great Britain’s roads last year in figures released by the Government. The report provides a stark reminder during National Road Victim Month in August, that road collisions have devastating consequences to thousands each year; from life-changing injuries to the loss of a loved … [Read more...]
Casualty cases rise is causing concerns
Nearly 30,000 people suffered serious injuries or were killed on Great Britain’s roads last year in figures released by the Government. The report provides a stark reminder during National Road Victim Month in August, that road collisions have devastating consequences to thousands each year; from life-changing injuries to the loss of a loved … [Read more...]
Summer heightens road safety risks
Over the next couple months, many families will be making the most of the school summer holidays through travelling, day trips and seasonal activities. However, this period also brings increased traffic, higher numbers of pedestrians and more cyclists on the road; and consequently, heightens road safety risks during one of the busiest periods of the … [Read more...]
Elderly motorists focus of new safety drive?
Research reveals that 63 per cent of people believe more restrictions should be placed on older drivers to improve road safety practices. Over the coming weeks, the government is expected to publish its newest road safety strategy. Amongst discussions, the topic of older drivers has been raised with concerns for failing eyesight and road judgement, with the … [Read more...]
Newslines 5 December
Petrol and diesel rose by more than 2p a litre in November taking the average price of both fuels to their most expensive for three years, new RAC Fuel Watch data shows. A litre of unleaded went up from 118.43p to 120.78p (2.35p) and diesel from 120.96p to 123.18p (2.22p) as a result of oil spending the whole month above the $60 a barrel mark and the cost … [Read more...]
