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Government confirms intentions to legalise private e-scooters
As anticipated, the Government has announced controversial plans to legalise the public use of privately-owned e-scooters.
08:29 | 12 May | Comments (2)
Smart motorways: ‘our safest roads’ or ‘compromising safety’?
National Highways has hailed “good progress” on ongoing works to upgrade existing smart motorways, but two leading motoring organisations have questioned whether it is enough to reassure drivers about their safety.
08:17 | 13 MayRoad Safety Week to pursue ‘Safe Roads For All’
‘Safe Roads For All’ has been announced as the theme for this year’s Road Safety Week, which takes place between 14-20 November.
12:56 | 11 MayTRL seeks RSO support to help create ‘ethical’ home delivery service
As part of a research project research into the safety of small goods delivery drivers, TRL is seeking help from road safety professionals to reach managers of drivers in the home delivery sector.
11:04 | 13 MayElectric PTWs ‘riding the wave of increased fuel prices’
New figures show nearly 2,500 electric powered two-wheelers (PTWs) have been registered so far in 2022 – a year-on-year increase of 68%.
10:05 | 12 MayAdvanced training ‘may contribute’ to lowering motorcycle fatalities
RoSPA is urging motorcyclists to sign up for advanced rider training in a bid to combat the rise in fatalities seen in recent years.
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