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New VR test aims to boost road safety for tractor drivers
A new virtual reality (VR) hazard perception test has been developed to address the training gap for tractor drivers, aiming to reduce road incidents involving agricultural vehicles.
Ruth Purdie OBE Supports Calls for Urgent Action on Motorcycle Safety at National Conference
“Through the National Rider Risk Awareness Course, we are providing a crucial behavioural change intervention to equip riders with the knowledge and skills to stay safe. Our goal is clear: we wish riders to be alert today, alive tomorrow.”
UK drivers encouraged to use Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) in vehicles
Researchers at the Universities of Sheffield and Greenwich have developed an evidence-based leaflet and animation to promote the use of Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) whilst driving, in a bid to reduce the number of speed-related collisions.
Road Safety Trust-funded project wins Prince Michael International Road Safety Award
The innovative behavioural change project ‘A Nudge in the Right Direction: Enhancing Pedestrian Safety in Liverpool’ was yesterday honoured with a prestigious Prince Michael International Road Safety Award.
Ruth Purdie OBE honoured with award at Project EDWARD Parliamentary Reception
The Road Safety Trust is delighted to share the news that our CEO, Ruth Purdie OBE, was honoured with a prestigious award at the annual Project EDWARD reception held at the Houses of Parliament on Monday 9 December.
The Road Safety Trust Announces £2.4 Million in Grants to Transform UK Road Safety
In a significant step towards its ambition of achieving ‘Vision Zero’ - zero deaths and serious injuries on UK roads - The Road Safety Trust has announced £2.4 million in grant funding for 11 pioneering projects.
World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
This Sunday, November 17, 2024, we will observe the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims.
The Road Safety Trust provides vital funding for support books for children bereaved in road crashes
The Road Safety Trust is delighted to announce new funding for Brake to provide free support books for children bereaved in road crashes and their adult carers.
Calling all employers: Responsible business and the Fatal Five
The responsible business network, Business in the Community (BITC), has launched a new campaign to help employers put people first when it comes to safety on Northern Ireland’s roads.
Harnessing telematics to enhance road safety in the West Midlands
Detailed speed data, provided by the Road Safety Foundation in collaboration with The Floow, is empowering authorities across the West Midlands to deliver data-driven interventions aimed at improving road safety.
Fall in road deaths welcome - but much work ahead to achieve Vision Zero
The Road Safety Trust is encouraged to see a fall in the number of people killed on Great Britain’s roads during 2023.
The Road Safety Trust launches Autumn 2024 funding round focused on road safety inequalities
The Road Safety Trust’s Autumn 2024 funding round, focused on the theme Inequalities in Road Safety, is now open for applications.
Levels of protection from different cycle helmets revealed by new ratings
Cyclists choosing a new helmet can see how much protection different helmets offer, thanks to new safety testing and ratings from Imperial College London.
Road Safety Trust Symposium highlights successes and future priorities
The Road Safety Trust hosted its highly anticipated first Symposium yesterday, bringing together leading practitioners, researchers and advocates to discuss the latest advancements in road safety, and chart the course for future initiatives.
Amendment to HGV safety standard will improve safety for vulnerable road users
Funding from The Road Safety Trust and pioneering research from Loughborough University have strengthened the legislation around the minimum direct vision requirements for heavy goods vehicles (HGVs).
Video released to highlight dangers of hands-free mobile phone use
A video resource, grounded in behavioural change theory, has been developed to help reduce the use of hands-free phones by professional drivers, by debunking the myth that it is safer than using a hand-held device.
Project to improve young driver safety through innovative hazard anticipation training
Researchers at the University of Leeds are to develop new innovative training to improve the hazard anticipation skills of young drivers, thanks to funding from The Road Safety Trust.
Project to evaluate standardised mature driver assessments
An independent evaluation of the implementation and delivery of standardised mature driver assessments will set out to measure the road safety benefits and inform a wider roll-out of the schemes.
Mindfulness has many potential benefits for drivers - including when overtaking cyclists and horse riders
A new video resource has been produced to promote the safe overtaking of horses and cyclists with mindfulness techniques.