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16 June 26

Brake announces renewed partnership with Scrap Car Comparison

As an associated partner, Scrap Car Comparison has pledged £10,000 to support Brake

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4 June 26

“The system is letting families down” – Government must not let the bereaved and injured fall through gaps in the Road Safety Strategy, Brake tells MPs

The Transport Select Committee held its first Road Safety Strategy evidence session

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Brake renews partnership with Geotab

As an Associated Partner, Geotab has pledged £10,000 to support Brake for another year.

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Numbers killed or seriously injured in crashes in Britain on the rise, Government statistics reveal

Numbers killed or seriously injured in crashes in 2025 increase

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Have your say on the Government’s Road Safety Strategy consultations

Help shape important decisions that could save lives and prevent serious injuries on our roads

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Road victims in Hampshire to benefit from continued support from Brake, thanks to £10k funding award

The Emerging Needs Fund supports road safety initiatives across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

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Southern Water joins Brake as an Associated Partner

As an Associated Partner, Southern Water will provide funding to help Brake continue its vital work

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Brake, the road safety charity, launches dedicated blue light gong at annual Fleet Champions Awards

The award honours emergency services organisations with excellent driver safety standards

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Brake announces new partnership with Simpson Millar

It will provide funding to support Brake’s work helping bereaved families

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One-third of people have been in a crash with a young driver or know someone who has

New Brake research reveals widespread support for a stronger licensing system

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Six major fleet organisations show support for Brake's UK Fleet Champions Awards

Brake welcomes six new award category sponsors for this prestigious event

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Brake champions safer roads for kids as the number of young children killed on Britain’s roads increases by 53%

Hundreds of schools, nurseries and childminders are taking part in Beep Beep! Day 2026

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UK Fleet Champions Awards 2026 opens with new and updated award categories

The awards are an opportunity for fleets to showcase the work they are doing to make roads safer

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Brake celebrates Global Fleet Champions success as seven-year campaign comes to an end

Brake reaffirms commitment to helping organisations prevent crashes caused by work vehicles

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“It would mean everything and more to my mum” – Lollipop lady honoured by King Charles 20 years after the bus crash that killed her

Anna Davies shares her mum's story after receiving the Elizabeth Emblem award.

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National Accident Helpline joins Brake as an Associated Partner

Brake is pleased to announce a new corporate charity partnership with National Accident Helpline.

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“Now we must follow the example” – Brake calls on the Government to act after Northern Ireland commits to strengthened licensing

Graduated driver licensing (GDL) is to be introduced in Northern Ireland in autumn 2026

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Brake and children’s charity to support youngsters bereaved by road crashes in London

Brake partners with Child Bereavement UK to deliver support to children bereaved by road crashes

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Brake announces renewed legal panel funding for vital support of road victims

Brake is delighted to announce continued support for road victims for the next two years

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New interactive map shows how councils are fixing potholes

Traffic light rating shows how local roads are being repaired and maintained

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Brake responds to the sad closure of RoadPeace

We are saddened to hear the news that RoadPeace has ceased operating.

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Brake responds to new Road Safety Strategy

"We welcome a new framework to prevent crashes and injuries, and save lives," says Brake CEO

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Brake announces new corporate charity partnership with Motive

Motive will join Brake as an Associate Partner, providing vital funding to support Brake’s work

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Brake’s inaugural Rowan Tree Ball honours road victims and celebrates 30 years of life-changing support

More than £45,000 was raised to support road victims and campaign for safer streets

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Intelligent speed assistance: What do drivers think?

Professor Richard Rowe outlines research to help drivers understand intelligent speed assistance

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Brake partners with Just Eat to highlight the importance of safe vehicles

The partnership will raise awareness of safe driving practices for Just Eat couriers

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Brake announces new corporate partnership with Fletchers Solicitors

Fletchers join Brake in working towards a world where everyone can make safe and healthy journeys

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Brake and the Thames Valley Police and Crime Commissioner announce support service for road crash victims across the region

This new initiative funds a local Brake caseworker dedicated to road victims in the Thames Valley.

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Safe vehicles save lives – Brake rallies MPs to back vehicle technology as Road Safety Week gets under way

Brake is lobbying the government to adopt the Vehicle General Safety Regulations in full

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“We have the technology to save lives on our roads, we need to use it!” says Brake at the start of Road Safety Week

Brake calls on the Government for life-saving technology to be mandated for new vehicles in the UK

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Brake to benefit from funding and support thanks to ‘Charity of the Year’ partnership with Bill Plant Driving School

The partnership will see Bill Plant Driving School employees fundraise throughout the year

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Brake partners with TfL to continue support for people impacted by serious road traffic collisions in London

Brake and TfL's partnership will help road crash victims in London get the support they need

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HCC Solicitors proudly partners with Brake as headline sponsor of the charity’s Rowan Tree Ball

Brake's Rowan Tree Ball takes place on Thursday 27 November 2025 at Park Regis Birmingham

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National road safety charity Brake and local children’s charities celebrate continued support for families affected by road crashes in Devon and Cornwall thanks to renewed funding

Renewed funding allows Brake to continue working with local children’s bereavement support charities

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Transport Secretary urged to act on vehicle safety as Brake publishes new report revealing public support for life-saving technologies

Brake finds 66% of drivers would pay more for safety features to protect themselves and passengers

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Brake mourns another 1,671 killed on UK roads as the Department for Transport releases the latest road casualty figures

The road safety charity renews calls for the Government to publish a road safety strategy

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Brake announces the winners of the UK Fleet Champions Awards 2025

Winners were announced at a glittering awards ceremony in Leeds

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Safe Vehicles Save Lives – Brake calls for mandatory safety technology for Road Safety Week 2025

Safe Vehicles Save Lives is the theme of Road Safety Week 2025

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Road victims in Scotland continue to receive support from Brake thanks to the renewal of its legal panel with support from three law firms

Digby Brown, Irwin Mitchell and MFMac renew specialist legal panel for road victims in Scotland

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Brake announces new Associate Partnership with Hastings Direct

The partnership brings together a shared commitment to make UK roads safer

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“We need a stronger licensing system to protect young drivers, and all road users,” says Brake, as charity hosts Annual Reception in Westminster

Brake chief executive Ross Moorlock calls on supporters to stand together to call for change

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Brake announces the shortlist for the UK Fleet Champions Awards 2025

More than 50 organisations are shortlisted across 11 categories and tickets are on sale now

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“Road victims must not become the forgotten victims,” says Brake CEO Ross Moorlock

Brake hosts more than 200 post-crash care professionals for After the Crash conference in Manchester

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“I couldn’t have got through this without Brake.” Victims of road crashes in West Yorkshire get local, face-to-face support from road safety charity Brake

The West Yorkshire Vision Zero Partnership is funding support for families bereaved in road crashes

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Children walking in pairs along a pavement carrying banners asking for 20mph speed limits and safe places to cross roads.

“Slow traffic means safer journeys for children!” says Brake, as the charity calls for lower speed limits on roads where children travel to and from school

Children are taking part in Brake's Kids Walk to shout out for their right to make safe journeys

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Independent Road Victim Advocate appointed to help families of people killed or seriously injured on roads in North Wales

Police and Crime Commissioner for North Wales, Andy Dunbobbin, provides funding to help road victims

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Geotab joins Brake as headline sponsor of the UK Fleet Champions Awards 2025

Brake has also announced that the deadline to enter has been extended until Friday 16 May

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Commissioner provides funding to support families of fatal collisions in Cumbria

Cumbria’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner has provided funding to support Brake's work

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Seven law firms back Brake’s After the Crash conference

The conference showcases excellence in road victim care

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Every day, nine young children are killed or injured on roads in Britain

Today, more than 90,000 children aged 2–7 are taking part in Beep Beep! Day with Brake

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Primary schools invited to take part in a walk for road safety with the charity Brake

Brake's Kids Walk takes place on Wednesday 11 June 2025

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Entries are now open for the UK Fleet Champions Awards 2025

The awards celebrate the fleet organisations and individuals that make road safety a priority

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Brake renews strategic partnership with Samsara to fund charity’s campaign work

Samsara will provide vital funding towards Brake's campaigns to end road death and injury

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Brake responds to new road casualty data released by the Welsh Government

The data shows a reduction in collisions after the introduction of 20mph speed limits in urban areas

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Brake announces renewed and expanded legal panel with vital funding for road victim support

Seven personal injury law firms are providing funding for Brake's National Road Victim Service

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Brake announces new strategic partnership with Seeing Machines

Partnerships provide vital funding to support Brake's road safety campaigns

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Brake launches Beep Beep! Day 2025 to teach children important road safety basics

Beep Beep! Day 2025 takes place on Wednesday 19 March

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Barriers to justice

Ken Brough explains the delays in the legal system, which families must navigate

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Together we can make a difference: providing support for road victims

Chief Constable Jo Shiner explains the network of support available for road victims in Sussex

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After the crash: giving back to road victims in Warwickshire

Chris Lewis shares his story, and explains why support for road crash victims is vital

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Supporting road crash victims: The road to recovery

Ben Pepper highlights some of the challenges faced by people bereaved or injured in road crashes

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Supporting road victims through the criminal justice system

Laura Johnson highlights ways the CPS can support road victims through the criminal justice system

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The urgent need for stricter driving licence regulations for the elderly

Kim Leslie explains one step we can take to ensure only those who are fit to drive are on the roads

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Graduated Driving Licences

Claire Newstead explains how Graduated Driving Licences can help keep young drivers safe

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Every victim counts: The Road Safety Trust’s commitment to road victim support

Organisations should stand together to call for change for road victims, says Ruth Purdie OBE

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The importance of a trauma-informed approach to legal support

Nicola Edgar explains how to approach civil claims processes in a trauma-informed way

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Brake launches Road Victims’ Charter demanding respect, support and justice for everyone affected by road death and injury

The Charter was launched at an event for MPs at Portcullis House in Westminster on 18 November

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The right support, delivered at the right time, and in the right way can change experiences of loss

Dr Nicola Lester explains how the trauma-informed aspects of care can help people through grief

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“Every road victim deserves the very highest standard of support,” says Brake at the start of Road Safety Week

Brake launches a new Road Victims Charter calling for essential action for road victims

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Road Safety Trust provides vital funding for support books for children bereaved in road crashes

The support books help adult carers talk to children after a road crash

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Autoglass return to sponsor Road Safety Week

Road Safety Week 2024 will raise awareness of the devastating toll of road crashes

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Brake announces the winners of the UK Fleet Champions Awards 2024 at a glittering ceremony

Fleet sector celebrates the hard work of organisations striving to reduce road deaths and injuries

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“Another year, another 1,700 people killed on our roads. We must act now to save lives!” says Brake

Latest Government figures show 1,695 people died on roads in the UK in 2023

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New role in Sussex will support families of fatal road incidents

Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne announces new funding for road victim support

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Brake puts road victims at the heart of Road Safety Week 2024

The theme for Road Safety Week 2024 will be After the Crash – Every road victim counts.

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“No one should be killed or hurt on a road!" says Brake, as charity launches new three-year strategy

CEO Ross Moorlock launches new three-year strategy to stop road death and support every road victim

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Road safety community joins forces to call for mandatory safety features in all new cars

50+ organisations support calls for Transport Secretary to adopt General Safety Regulations

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Personal injury law firms renew pledge to provide free legal support to road victims in Scotland

Road victims in Scotland will continue to receive free legal support from panel

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Shortlist revealed for Brake’s UK Fleet Champions Awards 2024

Brake announces the shortlist for the UK Fleet Champions Awards 2024

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“We must put children’s safety first!” says Brake, as the charity calls for measures to reduce traffic speeds around schools

New research from Brake shows parents don't walk their children to school as roads are too busy

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Brake supports call to reduce drink-drive limits across the UK

British Medical Association launches campaign to reduce harm caused by drink- and drug-driving

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"Fleets: tell us about your work to improve road safety!" says Brake CEO, Ross Moorlock

The deadline to enter the UK Fleet Champions Awards 2024 has been extended to Wednesday 19 June

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Brake receives new funding to support road victims in Cleveland

New funding will allow Brake to provide support to road victims in Cleveland

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Just two weeks left to enter Brake's UK Fleet Champions Awards 2024

Fleet operators, suppliers and manufacturers are being invited to champion road safety achievements

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Brake responds to tougher sentencing for dangerous cyclists

Cyclists who kill or seriously injure by riding dangerously could face a life sentence

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More than 33 organisations call for life-saving priorities for next government

New manifesto from PACTS calls for strategic measures to reduce UK road deaths and serious injuries

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“If the aviation industry had the safety record that roads do, planes would be grounded. We have to do better than this,” says Brake CEO Ross Moorlock

Brake hosts second After the Crash conference to showcase excellence in post-crash care

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Brake announces new strategic partnership with Bolt Burdon Kemp

Brake is delighted to announce a new Strategic Partnership with solicitor firm Bolt Burdon Kemp

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Brake responds to Ten Minute Rule Bill calling for Graduated Driving Licences

New Bill calling for measures to safeguard young drivers will now be presented in full

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A quarter of car occupants who die in road crashes aren’t wearing a seat belt

New research from Brake and AXA UK shows that 10% of drivers occasionally forget to buckle up

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Kim Leadbeater MP to introduce road safety bill in Parliament

Kim Leadbeater will introduce a new law in Parliament to reduce the number of deaths on roads

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Every day, nine young children are killed or injured on roads in Britain

More than 200,000 children aged 2–7 are taking part in Beep Beep! Day with Brake

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AA calls for graduated driving licensing for new drivers

72% of AA members support safeguards for newly qualified drivers

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Primary schools invited to take part in a walk for road safety with the charity Brake

Brake is delighted to announce the return of Brake’s Kids Walk, sponsored by esure Group

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Brake announces new strategic partnership with SambaSafety

Brake is delighted to announce a new Strategic Partnership with SambaSafety.

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“Enough is enough! How many more young people need to die before action is taken?”

Bereaved parents demand Government action on deaths from young driver crashes

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Entries are now open for the UK Fleet Champions Awards 2024

Safety-conscious fleet operators, suppliers, manufacturers and individuals are invited to enter.

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Reduced speeds on 20mph roads in Wales a ‘turning point’ says Deputy Minister

Average traffic speeds have reduced by 4mph since Wales rolled out default 20mph speed limits

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Brake announces return of After the Crash conference to explore excellence in post-crash care

After the Crash conference takes place on Tuesday 14 May 2024.

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Early Years educators invited to take part in Beep Beep! Day to teach young children about road safety

Beep Beep! Day 2024 will take place on Wednesday 24 April

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Ross Moorlock announced as the new Chief executive officer of Brake, the road safety charity

Brake is delighted to announce that Ross Moorlock has been announced

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New role created to help road victims in North Wales

Police and Crime Commissioner for North Wales announces new funding for road victim support

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Research finds drivers are switching off vital safety features in their car because they find them annoying

41% of drivers switch off safety features in their cars

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Brake awards police officers for providing outstanding support for road victims and their families

Three Family liaison officers (FLOs) were awarded for working with dedication and care

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Brake announces new strategic partnership with Samsara

Brake is delighted to announce new Strategic Partnership with connected operations provider Samsara

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New support service announced to help people in Derbyshire cope in the aftermath of a road tragedy

Derbyshire PCC announces new support service to help bereaved and injured road victims

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Safe speeds – what is safe enough?

TRL considers safe speeds and explains how speed limits are set

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Enjoy driving with ISA

David Hynd, chief scientist at TRL explains the benefits of intelligent speed assistance technology

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The truth about ‘Horse Power’: Why passing horses safely is important for all road users

Hattie Thompson explains how passing horses slowly and at safe distances will make journeys safer

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Work-related speeding: Driving a necessary behavioural change

TRL’s Annie Avie and Robert Lynam explore behaviour change techniques to reduce speeding at work

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5 fast tips on managing speed

Five top tips on managing driver speed from RTITB

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Your attitudes towards speeding are wrong. Please update them.

TRL's Richard Cuerden and Shaun Helman explain why we need a new societal narrative on speed

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Road Safety Week - A global perspective

We need to consider regional differences when drawing up any form of road safety strategy

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Why we need safe speed limits on rural roads

Kier Gallagher, Campaigns manager at Cycling UK, explains how rural roads pose dangers to cyclists

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Fleet industry joins Brake in a national conversation about speed for Road Safety Week 2023

Brake calls on fleets and people who for work to keep road users safe with robust policies

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Bikeability Trust offers advice to cyclists: “put yourself where drivers are looking”

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Why guidance, information and education are crucial fleet safety tools

Ian Pearson of Arval UK explains how employers can encourage fleet drivers to drive at safe speeds

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‘Let’s talk about speed!' says Brake, as road deaths caused by speeding rise by 20% in 2022

Analysis of government road casualty data found casualties caused by driver speed rose last year

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Getting smarter with the data

Richard Owen explains how the police can use advanced data sources to better manage driver speeds

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Here’s the uncomfortable and inescapable truth: speed kills

Chief Constable Jo Shiner explains how personal responsibility is the starting point for safer roads

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The pace of change: escooters and ebikes

Professor Tim Coats considers how small electric vehicles can form part of a safer transport system.

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How can we broach difficult conversations about driving too fast with our nearest and dearest?

Dr Elizabeth Box offers top tips on talking about speed

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20’s Plenty for Scotland and your street

Anna Semlyen explains how public policy action on lower speed limits leads to safer systems.

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Shining a light in the darkest of places

Catherine Arnold explains the benefits of trauma-informed care, and how to access support

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Brake welcomes four new trustees in 2023

The new trustees bring expert knowledge and experience to Brake's Board

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Winners of Brake’s UK Fleet Champions Awards 2023 revealed at a glittering ceremony

230 people from the fleet industry came together to celebrate outstanding commitment to road safety

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Brake partners with two new law firms to provide legal support to road victims in Northern Ireland

Expert legal panel will offer specialist legal support to people bereaved and injured on roads

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Brake responds to government’s ‘plan for drivers’ released at Conservative Party Conference

We must put the safety of people and communities at the heart of every decision made about our roads

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“We all deserve safe roads!” says Brake, after more than 1,700 people died on our roads last year

Latest Government figures show 1,711 people died on British roads in 2022

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More support for Warwickshire road crash victims thanks to new funding

PCC awards Brake multi-year contract to support road victims in Warwickshire

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New funding for road victims in London announced at Transport for London’s Vision Zero Summit

New funding for road victims in London announced at TfL’s Vision Zero Summit

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Brake’s National Road Victim Service awarded funding in Devon, Cornwall and Isles of Scilly

Brake’s National Road Victim Service has been awarded funding in Devon, Cornwall and Isles of Scilly

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TfL announces new victim support service for those affected by road traffic collisions in London

TfL announces new victim support service for those affected by road traffic collisions in London

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Why 20mph speed limits will benefit you and your community

The move to lower speed limits in Wales will save lives, says Living Streets CEO Stephen Edwards

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Brake announces Road Safety Week fundraising challenge

The #Brake5 Challenge is a fundraiser for Road Safety Week to raise money for Brake’s work

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Autoglass announced as latest sponsor of Road Safety Week 2023

Autoglass announced as sponsor of Road Safety Week 2023

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Road safety advocates gather for Brake's Annual Reception

Event at the House of Commons celebrated progress, inspired action and honoured victims

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Shortlist announced for UK Fleet Champions Awards

Brake announces the shortlist for UK Fleet Champions Awards 2023

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‘Let’s talk about speed’ announced as Brake’s Road Safety Week 2023 theme

Brake announces the theme for Road Safety Week 2023

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New Brake research shows nearly two-thirds support a safer licensing system for new drivers

63% of drivers would support a phased licensing system for young and novice drivers

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Brake responds to new sentencing guidelines for driving offences

"Driving is a privilege, not a right," says Brake, in light of sentencing change

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“Every five hours someone is killed on our roads – it’s an everyone issue," says police chief at national conference

Brake's After the Crash conference showcased the need for excellent support following a road crash

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Brake calls for 20mph speed limits around schools

New research from Brake shows parents don't walk their children to school as traffic is too fast

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West Yorkshire mayor allocates vital funds to support road victims

Mayor Tracy Brabin continues her work to improve safety for all road users in West Yorkshire

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Five big names show their support for Brake's After the Crash Conference 2023

Sponsors for After the Crash Conference 2023 have been announced.

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Research finds cost-of-living crisis could be compromising the safety of London roads

Research from Brake and AXA UK shows 80% of London drivers worry about the cost of vehicle repairs

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Research finds cost-of-living crisis could be compromising the safety of our roads

New research from Brake and AXA UK shows 62% of drivers worry about the cost of vehicle repairs

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Three law firms partner with charity to provide legal support to those bereaved or seriously injured by road crashes in Scotland

Expert legal panel in Scotland offers specialist legal support to road victims

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Research from Brake shows the extent of child road casualties

Every 19 days a class of young children is killed or seriously injured on roads in Britain

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Five big names in fleet show their support for Brake's UK Fleet Champions Awards 2023

QBE Insurance, Fleetmaster, eDriving, MatrixIQ and Arval UK to support the UK Fleet Champions Awards

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Brake welcomes the Government's announcement to scrap plans for developing new and paused smart motorways

Charity supports investment in further safety improvements on existing smart motorways

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Emergency alerts system: Government issues advice for drivers

Government reminds drivers not to touch their phone when the emergency alert sounds

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Brake announces the retirement of Founder and Chief Executive Mary Williams OBE

After 29 years in role, founder Mary Williams OBE is retiring as Chief Executive of UK charity Brake

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Brake comments on government announcement to invest nearly £50 million in safer roads

Charity welcomes investments to make roads safer

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“We want to hear from you”: Outstanding fleets invited to enter UK Fleet Champions Awards 2023

UK Fleet Champions Awards 2023 - entries now open!

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Brake and AXA UK announce new partnership

Brake and AXA UK announce partnership to promote safer and greener driving

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Support for road victims in Scotland announced during Road Safety Week

Brake's National Road Victim Service in Scotland expands to offer more support to road victims

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Government must act on rising seat belt deaths, says safety advisory group

New PACTS briefing reveals 30% of people who died in cars in 2021 were not wearing a seat belt

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Diverse not divisive – Why active travel must be inclusive

Active travel warrants special attention if we are to achieve Safe Roads for All, says George Beard

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In celebration of the 15 year anniversary of forming 20’s Plenty for Us

Founder Rod King praises everyone who has campaigned for lower speed limits in their community

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Share the road – safe roads for all

We all share responsibility for ensuring our own actions don't put others at risk, says Tony Crook

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Children, parents, young people, families, educators: central characters in any road safety story

If road safety were a film, the roles in the title of this article would need to be in the script

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Ditch the car

Are you ready to choose a different way to travel, even just one day of the week?

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Road users urged to follow the changed Highway Code, says charity at start of national Road Safety Week

Road Safety Week launches today (14–20 November)

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Electrifying the fleet industry can bring important safety benefits

Arval UK's Ian Pearson reminds drivers to make use of the safety features in electric vehicles

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How can mindfulness help drivers regulate their emotional responses to stress?

Managing driver risk requires more than just compliance with road traffic legislation

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Road Safety Week: a global perspective

Why we need to consider regional differences when drawing up any form of road safety strategy

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Brake partner ZenAuto launches ‘Green Car Cross Code’, as two-thirds of parents admit their children aren’t ‘EV aware’

Road safety advice for children updated as number of electric vehicles on Britain’s roads rises

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Co-op Insurance renews partnership to support Brake

Partnership raises more than £7,000 to help fund Brake’s work

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Brake joins call to protect active travel and secure opportunities for growth

Active travel worth £36.5 billion to UK economy, advise charities and business leaders

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Millions of drivers are potentially putting children at risk – as more than a quarter admit they don’t know what the speed limit is outside of their child's school

One in four parent drivers admit speeding near their child's school

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Dead? Or Dead Slow? The importance of passing horses safely on the roads

Alan Hiscox from the British Horse Society welcomes new rules to protect horse riders

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It's behaviour change Jim, but not as we know it

What are the most effective ways to change behaviour, asks David Davies, Executive Director of PACTS

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Brake calls on UK fleet industry to prioritise road risk management

Collisions involving deaths and serious injuries show signs of sliding back to pre-pandemic levels

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Brake responds to release of road casualty statistics by government

Carnage on roads must end, says Mary Williams, CEO

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Reflex Vehicle Hire reflects on 5 years of partnership with Brake

By working in partnership and sharing knowledge, we can all help enhance safety among fleets

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Summer driving tips from Brake

Here's some of our best advice for getting out on the road safely this Summer.

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Brake supporters gather to celebrate Annual Reception

Brake supporters and staff gathered at the Houses of Parliament to celebrate the charity’s work.

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Brake supports more people than ever before

2021 Impact Report summarises Brake’s campaigning activity and work supporting road crash victims

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Brake and Roadchef renew partnership

The corporate partnership will help fund Brake’s work campaigning for safe and healthy mobility.

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Brake welcomes lower speed limits on Welsh streets

Brake welcomes plans to lower speeds on residential roads from 30mph to 20mph.

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Brake comments on Government announcement to create Road Safety Investigation Board

"We applaud this major step by Government towards roads without deaths and catastrophic injury."

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90,000 kids march for their right to make safe journeys as 40 children are killed or injured on UK roads every day

More than 90,000 kids will take part in Brake's Kids Walk

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Refreshing your driving

Advanced driver training will enhance your driving skills and make you a safer driver

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Four weeks to go until thousands of schoolchildren walk for road safety with Brake’s Kids Walk 2022

On Wednesday 22 June thousands of schoolchildren across the UK will take part in Brake’s Kids Walk

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Brake welcomes £200m investment in new walking and cycling schemes

"This commitment is a further welcome step towards enabling us all to travel safely and healthily"

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‘Safe Roads For All’ announced as UK Road Safety Week 2022 theme

The theme of this year’s Road Safety Week will be ‘Safe Roads for All’

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Brake announces Global Fleet Champions UK Summit 2022

Brake has announced the agenda and keynote speaker for its annual Global Fleet Champions UK Summit.

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National Road Victim Service expands to help more families whose loved ones have been killed or suffered catastrophic injuries following road crashes

The National Road Victim Service will expand its team of specialist caseworkers

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How campaigning with Brake changed my life

I couldn’t be more grateful to Brake for giving me the opportunity to promote road safety awareness

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Brake comments on proposals to force drug-drivers to complete rehabilitation courses

The Government is asking whether drug-drivers should undergo rehabilitation before resuming driving.

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Brake wins grant funding from Scottish Government to provide road crash victim support

Brake has been awarded £537,000 to provide support for road crash victims from 2022 to 2025

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Brake comments as tighter rules banning mobile phone use at the wheel come into effect

Anyone caught using a hand-held device while driving could face a fine of up to £1,000

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Just three months to go until thousands of schoolchildren walk for road safety with Brake’s Kids Walk 2022

On 22 June 2022, thousands of schoolchildren across the UK will take part in Brake’s Kids Walk

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Younger drivers not belting up, finds charity report

Almost two in five drivers aged 25–34 admit they do not always wear a seat belt in cars.

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Meera Naran MBE becomes Brake trustee

Meera has campaigned tirelessly to make smart motorways safer after her son Dev died in 2018.

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Brake comments on 2020 drink driving provisional figures

190-250 people were killed in crashes where at least one driver was over the drink-drive limit

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Thousands of schoolchildren set to walk for road safety this June with Brake’s Kids Walk 2022

Children walk in their community to promote important road safety messages

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Brake comments ahead of new Highway Code changes coming into force

Brake welcomes the changes to the Highway Code which come into effect this Saturday

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Take time to look after your car so it will keep you safe

If you look after your car, it will look after you

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Choosing a vehicle

Amidst all the other factors, car buyers must give safety the importance it deserves.

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It's easy to compile a winter kit to carry during the cold months

Compiling a winter kit of equipment to carry in the cold months is easy

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Seat belts changed trauma care

One of the biggest changes that I have seen in my career is the impact of seat belt legislation

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Smart motorway rollout to be paused as Government responds to Transport Committee report

Rollout of new All Lane Running motorways will be paused until five years of safety data available

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Have none for the road this Christmas

Analysis shows December is the second worst month for drink-drive crashes

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Brake publishes response to Road Collision Investigation Branch consultation

Brake supports consultation as key step in creation of an independent agency to investigate crashes

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Brake trustee appointed first Chief Road Safety Adviser to National Highways

Professor Reed will provide independent advice to National Highways.

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Outstanding care and commitment of police officers celebrated at Brake’s 2021 Family Liaison Officer Awards

Police officers who support bereaved families recognised in Brake Family Liaison Officer Awards 2021

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Brake comments ahead of parliamentary debate on tougher sentences for hit and run drivers

Brake has welcomed the debate about tougher sentences for hit and run drivers who cause death

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Lives saved on roads during lockdowns heralds renewed efforts to reduce deaths and injuries, as Road Safety Week celebrates road safety heroes across Britain

About 300 deaths and more than 6,000 serious injuries were prevented due to lighter traffic in 2020.

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Statistics and Analysis – “So What?”

When considering statistics and analysis, it is important to keep in mind the “so what?” question.

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Fundraising for Brake

I realised I could help other people by raising financial support.

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The case for 20mph

The 20’s Plenty (and Love 30 in km/h) movement has made huge progress in the last 12 months.

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Caitlin's Story

Brake has given me a reason to carry on living, by helping me campaign in memory of my daughter.

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My mission with Brake to end road deaths and injuries

Road Safety Week in November 2013 was an unforgettable day for me.

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Day One's story

During my career I have worked alongside many brilliant clinicians from all disciplines

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Mountains and milestones

I wanted to honour my partner’s memory with a solo hike up Moel Eilio.

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Sign Language – communicating road safety

Road safety heroes: Jock Kinneir and Margaret Calvert

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Road Safety Heroes

I am dedicating this message of gratitude and thanks to all those who work in the emergency services

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My road safety journey

The only way to avoid life-changing consequences was to prevent the injury happening.

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The journey that led me to be the NFCC Lead Officer for Road Safety

I have often reflected on this incident, as it shows the importance of all 5 pillars of safe systems

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My road safety hero

This road safety hero is you, the public.

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A car crashed into a lamp post, with an ambulance parked behind it. There is a temporary road sign, which states there is a skid risk and drivers should slow down.

Brake comments as Government launches Road Collision Investigation Branch consultation

We applaud the Department for Transport for launching today’s consultation

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Road Safety Week 2021: Get ready to celebrate road safety heroes

Brake has launched a PR and social media toolkit with several ideas for activity in Road Safety Week

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Driving anxiety - Who is in danger?

With driving anxiety, who is in danger?

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Choosing the right mode of transport for a journey

Four things to consider when planning any journey

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Safe Roads for All

Brake supports urgent call for Government strategy to make roads and urban spaces safe and healthy

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Brake welcomes £338 million package to support walking and cycling

The document published today is a response to a boon in walking and cycling during the pandemic.

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Brake partners with personal safety app Busby

Brake has today announced a new partnership with Busby – the personal safety app.

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Brake and Direct Line launch a new Roadmap to help everyone achieve safe and healthy journeys

The Brake Roadmap for safe and healthy journeys helps people to be safer on the roads.

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Brake responds to Reported road casualties Great Britain, provisional results: 2020

"This decrease in deaths and serious injuries is a welcome step in the right direction".

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50,000 kids march for safer roads across Britain as on average 50 children are killed or injured on our roads every day

Schools across the UK take part in Brake's Kids Walk with Shaun the Sheep

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Brake partners with new app RoadHow to promote driver knowledge

Brake and RoadHow partner to improve driver knowledge and reduce road risk.

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Recommendations from Brake help schools deliver more consistent road safety education

Educators share their voices to help improve the way road safety is taught in schools

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Brake comments on Highways England smart motorways progress report

First year report sets out progress towards 2020 action plan to improve safety on smart motorways

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Driver stress on the increase following a year of lockdown

Drivers admit that negative moods have a detrimental effect on their driving behaviour

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Brake launches new FLO Hub to share latest tools with police family liaison officers who support road victims

We have launched a brand-new Police Family Liaison Officer Hub within the new Brake website.

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The road crash that cost the life of Jazzy the horse: Trisha’s story

I’m desperate to help prevent crashes and save lives of both people and horses like Jazzy.

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Brake comments on reported increase in drink-driving deaths

Read our views on the latest drink-driving statistics

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Brake comments on drop in road deaths in year ending June 2020

Read our views on the June 2020 road safety stats

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Weather warning for roads as research uncovers extent of dangerous driving in the wet

Brake has teamed up with breakdown provider Green Flag to urge all drivers to remember to slow down.

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Brake’s Longest-serving Volunteer

As we celebrate Brake’s 25th birthday year, we are also celebrating our tremendous volunteers.

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25 years of Brake

2020 marks 25 years of Brake.

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Roads policing and road safety

Road casualties are no longer declining, possibly due in part to reductions in roads policing.

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Vision Zero Leaders Awards 2020 announced

Read our press release announcing the winners of the 2020 Vision Zero Leaders Awards

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A woman sat in the drivers seat of a car. She has taken off her glasses and is rubbing her eyes.

Keep your eyes safely on the road

Having good eyesight is one of the most basic requirements for safe driving.

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Speed limits based on safety

There is a simple case for changing our approach to speed.

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Men three times more likely to drive above 100mph than women

Read our story about excessive speeding, to mark the launch of Road Safety Week 2020

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A round traffic sign with a red border and white background displays the number 20 in black, indicating a 20 mph speed limit.

If 20’s Plenty to protect your MPs where they work in Westminster then why not for you, your children and parents in your community?

I am delighted that a 20mph sign features in the graphics for this year’s Road Safety Week.

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Speed is an intersectional issue

Our bill would have reduced the default speed limit on restricted roads across Scotland.

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Working in partnership to reduce speed on London’s roads

Last year, 26,102 people were injured, 3,780 seriously, and 125 people were killed on London’s roads

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The need to reduce rural speed

Speed kills. This is a true and well-rehearsed line that has been used by campaigners for years.

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Two horses and their riders on a forest road in the UK. They are being overtaken by a white SUV, which is giving them plenty of spacee.

The Dead Slow campaign

Road incidents involving horses and vehicles are continuing to rise - up a shocking 23% on 2019.

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We need to talk about (slight) speed

Everyone understands the concept that the faster a vehicle is travelling, the greater the risk.

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No Need to Speed

One of the notable features of lockdown was that it slowed most of us down.

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Brake comments on boom in cycling and walking during lockdown

The coronavirus pandemic caused a boom in people walking and cycling.

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A man driving with one hand on the steering wheel. He has his mobile phone in his other hand and is looking at it.

Brake comments on increase in video calling behind the wheel

1 in 5 drivers aged 17-24 admit to making or receiving video calls when driving.

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Brake comments on continuing road safety stagnation

There were 1,752 reported road deaths in 2019.

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A car crashed into a lamp post, with an ambulance parked behind it. There is a temporary road sign, which states there is a skid risk and drivers should slow down.

Brake comments on new legislation for killer drivers

Legislation to introduce life sentences for killer drivers will finally be introduced to parliament.

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‘No need to speed’ announced as theme for UK Road Safety Week 2020

The theme for UK Road Safety Week 2020 has been announced as ‘No need to speed’.

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The Importance Of Tyre Safety In Winter

Performing an emergency stop in winter conditions takes twice as long in wet weather.

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Safe streets for walking

Walking is an easy and accessible way to maintain good physical activity levels.

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Dead? Or Dead Slow? The importance of keeping horses and their riders safe

Roads are becoming increasingly challenging for vulnerable road users such as horse riders.

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Safe streets for our children

Children must be able to walk and explore in safety

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Don’t be seduced by autonomous vehicles

How can autonomous vehicles and people safely interact in urban areas?

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A woman and two children using a zebra crossing, The woman is walking, the bigger child is on a bike, and the smaller child on a scooter.

Are your roads five star?

Five-star roads are the safest while one-star roads are the least safe.

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Step up with street play

On average six children are killed or seriously injured every day on Britain’s roads.

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The importance of police enforcement

Enforcing the laws of our roads is a crucial part of any roads safety strategy.

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Get your local fire service involved in RSW

Every 20 minutes, someone is killed or seriously injured on a British road.

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Keep our children safe with 20mph limits

Who gets the priority in protection whilst on a journey?

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Shout out on social media

When we have a great message and a dedicated following we can make a difference.

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Road Safety Week 2019 is stepping up

By focusing on design, we can enable people to move in healthy ways.

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Why bike smart matters

Volunteer stories: Frances Darling

Even after five years, the grief remains.

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"Adding collision avoidance technology to vehicles is one way to improve safety right now"

Navigating a bus through a crowded urban area is no easy task.

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Better design of HGVs is key to improving safety for cyclists

Cycling in London is booming.

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Kwik Fit's advice for Bike Smart drivers

We have compiled a list of six ways you can help to keep cyclists safe on the road.

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Be Nice, Say Hi - advice for cyclists from the British Horse Society

Cyclists and horse riders are vulnerable road users and should be mindful of each other on the roads

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Have you done your POWDERY checks? Top tips for motorcyclists from IAM RoadSmart

At IAM RoadSmart we’re passionate about road safety, which is why we provide training for drivers.

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Being social about road safety

With only a helmet for protection cyclists are vulnerable to every other road user.

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The power of infrastructure

The world leader in designing forgiving roads and streets is the Netherlands.

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Maisie's story

Twelve-year-old Maisie Godden-Hall says wearing a cycle helmet saved her life.

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Breaking the cycle: safety on the school journey

How can we break the cycle of ever increasing numbers of cars at school drop off and pick up times?

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Are you a considerate road user?

Steve Horton reflects on why it’s important to look out for each other.

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