Cycle lanes which are separate from motor traffic would motivate a third of people to cycle more often, a Government survey suggests. The 2016 Local Road Users Survey outlines public attitudes towards buses, cycling and walking. At 33%, separate cycle lanes was the top factor to get more people cycling – followed by better behaviour…
Highways England has launched a new campaign on the back of figures showing one in eight road casualties are caused by people who drive too close to the vehicle in front. The campaign uses the well-known Space Invader video game character to alert drivers to the anti-social nature and risks of tailgating. Highways England says…
One hundred and eighteen suspected drink or drug drivers have been arrested across North Yorkshire following a major month-long campaign that coincided with the World Cup. As the campaign concludes, North Yorkshire Police said the results show how determined they are to tackle the “destructive scourge” of drink and drug driving, and added: “If you…
A 17-year-old was arrested after failing a breath test following an accident at the weekend. Police were called to Leyburn Road in Middleham at 5.20pm on Saturday. A car had left the road. No other vehicles were believed to be involved and there were no injuries. The 17-year-old male driver failed a roadside breath test…
I’m delighted to inform you that delegate registration is now open for the inaugural Young Rider Focus conference – and there’s a very attractive ‘early bird’ rate of just £100 plus VAT for the first 25 people who book their place. Organised by the team behind the established and well-attended Young Driver Focus, this new…
A new report has recommended that the 60mph speed limit should be lowered on thousands of miles of rural roads. This is one of the key findings in the Road Safety Management Capacity Review, which was commissioned by the DfT and carried out by the Systra consultancy, which provides research and advice on transport to…
Four projects in North Yorkshire have been chosen for road safety improvements as part of the Government’s Safer Roads Fund. North Yorkshire County Council has secured more than £11.5m to upgrade four stretches of road in the county over the next five years. Among the schemes chosen, the money should see improvements to the A6108 out…
Tiffany from Whitby, has been presented with the Chief Constables Commendation award, in recognition for her participation in delivering road safety messages to other young people. Courtesy of North Yorkshire Police
From today, Monday 4 June 2018, learner drivers will be able to take driving lessons on motorways in England, Scotland and Wales. This will help to make sure more drivers know how to use motorways safely. At the moment, you can only have motorway lessons after you’ve passed your driving test. Some newly-qualified drivers…
North Yorkshire police is appealing for witnesses and information about a serious collision involving four vehicles on the A64 between Barton-le-Willows and the Jinnah restaurant. It happened at around 11.35am on Thursday 31 May 2018 and involved a black Nissan Qashqai, a black Kia Sorento, a silver Mercedes A180 and a silver Vauxhall Corsa all…
