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Our blogs aim to raise awareness of key road safety issues related to the theme of Road Safety Week and inspire people to get involved. If you've got something to say, please email roadsafetyweek@brake.org.uk.

Contributions are from Brake staff, volunteers, partners, researchers and campaigners. Views expressed are those of the contributor and do not necessarily represent those of Brake or its employees.

11 May 22

‘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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3 November 21

My road safety hero

This road safety hero is you, the public.

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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 journey

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

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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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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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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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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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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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Mountains and milestones

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

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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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Sign Language – communicating road safety

Road safety heroes: Jock Kinneir and Margaret Calvert

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Speed limits based on safety

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

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Brain injuries and speed

Brain injury can mean losing both the life you once lived and the person you once were.

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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 is an intersectional issue

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

Blog Law and enforcement Road Safety Week Speed

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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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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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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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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How Bikeability fits in to ‘Step up for Safe Streets’

Young people have never been in a better position to make their voices heard.

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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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We need safe streets for healthy active travel

There’s huge potential for people to travel more actively.

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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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Volunteer stories: Frances Darling

Even after five years, the grief remains.

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A big thank you for being Bike Smart this Road Safety Week

Road Safety Week 2018 has been and gone but what a week it was!

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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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Why firefighters will be delivering Biker Down training this Road Safety Week

The skills and knowledge I’d used would be well worth sharing with fellow bikers.

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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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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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Bicycle locking advice from Yellow Jersey

Bicycle insurance specialists Yellow Jersey offer their tips for keeping your bike safe and secure.

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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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Safe Systems is key to preventing death and injuries on our roads

The Safe Systems approach is key to preventing bike casualties.

Blog Active travel Drivers/riders Road design Road Safety Week

Get set for Road Safety Week 2018

The UK’s biggest road safety event, Road Safety Week, will run from 19–25 November.

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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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News & Blogs

News and views from the Road Safety Week community

Featured content

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

My road safety hero

Browse all areas or select an area or areas to filter

Story type

Topic

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

My road safety journey

Day One's story

Caitlin's Story

The case for 20mph

Statistics and Analysis – “So What?”

Fundraising for Brake

My mission with Brake to end road deaths and injuries

Mountains and milestones

Road Safety Heroes

Sign Language – communicating road safety

Speed limits based on safety

Brain injuries and speed

Keep your eyes safely on the road

Speed is an intersectional issue

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?

Working in partnership to reduce speed on London’s roads

The need to reduce rural speed

The Dead Slow campaign

We need to talk about (slight) speed

No Need to Speed

The Importance Of Tyre Safety In Winter

Safe streets for walking

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

How Bikeability fits in to ‘Step up for Safe Streets’

Safe streets for our children

Don’t be seduced by autonomous vehicles

We need safe streets for healthy active travel

Are your roads five star?

Step up with street play

The importance of police enforcement

Get your local fire service involved in RSW

Keep our children safe with 20mph limits

Shout out on social media

Road Safety Week 2019 is stepping up

Volunteer stories: Frances Darling

A big thank you for being Bike Smart this Road Safety Week

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

Better design of HGVs is key to improving safety for cyclists

Why firefighters will be delivering Biker Down training this Road Safety Week

Kwik Fit's advice for Bike Smart drivers

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

Being social about road safety

The power of infrastructure

Bicycle locking advice from Yellow Jersey

Maisie's story

Breaking the cycle: safety on the school journey

Are you a considerate road user?

Safe Systems is key to preventing death and injuries on our roads

Get set for Road Safety Week 2018

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