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Research aims to reduce road crashes caused by sleepiness
A new research project is aiming to reduce road crashes caused by sleepiness through monitoring shift-workers who drive either as part of their work, or when commuting - with the data being used to estimate and predict motorists’ fatigue levels.
The Road Safety Trust announces plans for next funding round
The Road Safety Trust has announced details of its Autumn 2023 funding round, which will open for applications in October.
New road markings transform behaviour of motorcyclists on bends
New road markings trialled across the West of Scotland have demonstrated their success in improving the riding behaviour of motorcyclists taking left hand bends.
New research project aims to assess the effectiveness of ‘caffeine-naps’ for drivers with obstructive sleep apnoea
A new project will assess whether a ‘caffeine-nap’ can counteract sleepiness among drivers who suffer with obstructive sleep apnoea.
Free resource helps local authorities improve cyclist and pedestrian safety in urban areas
Local authorities can now access a specialist resource to help understand the risks to, and improve the safety of, vulnerable road users in towns and cities.
Intervention improves attitudes towards horse riders and cyclists
Evaluation of a video-based intervention, designed to improve drivers’ attitudes towards horse riders and cyclists, has shown it to be effective in the short term.
Researchers and driving assessors join forces to support drivers with dementia
The Road Safety Trust has awarded funding to a new project which sets out to improve driving assessments for people with dementia, in a bid to reduce the risk of road traffic collisions.
Enhanced junction designs “make it clear to drivers that they need to give way”
A recently completed research project has identified two side road crossing designs that encourage drivers to give way to people crossing and waiting to cross – as required by the Highway Code since January 2022.
20mph more effective when accompanied by traffic calming
New research confirms that 20mph limits backed by physical measures have substantially greater speed and casualty reduction benefits than those without.
Further funding provided to improve seatbelt use in the Midlands
The Road Safety Trust has provided funding to behavioural scientists So-Mo, in partnership with Transport for West Midlands, to evaluate the efficacy of a real-world pilot for their ‘Message Not Received’ project.
Bannerman Road Community Academy PTA wins grant to improve road safety for pupils and families around their school
The area around Bannerman Road Community Academy has been radically improved creating a safer environment for pupils and the community after receiving a grant from the Road Safety Trust.
Funding available for innovative local road safety projects
Road Safety Partnerships, charities, community groups and other organisations with a commitment to road safety are invited to apply for funding from The Road Safety Trust.
Road Safety Trust funded project wins international road safety award
Professor Tim Nutbeam, Consultant in Emergency Medicine, and Lead Consultant for the Devon Air Ambulance, along with colleagues within emergency care and the National Fire Chiefs Council have been presented with the Premier Prince Michael International Road Safety Award.
Road safety projects announced
The Road Safety Trust has awarded funding to four organisations across the UK through its small grants programme to help improve road safety.
Further funding provided to assess e-scooter safety
The Road Safety Trust has provided funding to The Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety (PACTS) to assess private e-scooter safety and understand casualty data.
New CEO and Trustees welcomed to The Road Safety Trust
Sonya Hurt has joined The Road Safety Trust as CEO, replacing Sally Lines OBE. Sonya joins alongside four new Trustees.
School Streets success improving road safety around schools
New research from Sustrans reveals the impact of School Streets on road safety on streets surrounding schools.
Victims of road traffic collisions to be saved with new approach to extrication
A different approach to how emergency services respond to motor vehicle collisions could reduce both deaths and disabilities according to new research.
Lincolnshire Police trial electronic monitoring of disqualified drivers
Lincolnshire Police has received £80k funding from The Road Safety Trust to assess whether electronic monitoring technology can reduce the risk to road users caused by persistent disqualified drivers.
Projects dedicated to improving road safety announced
The Road Safety Trust has awarded approximately £120k funding from its Autumn 2021 Small Grants round to five organisations across the UK to help improve road safety.