Brake, the road safety charity
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❤️ Campaigning to prevent road death and injury ❤️ Runs #RoadSafetyWeek , Brake's Kids Walk and @fleetchampions ❤️ Delivering the National Road Victim Service
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Every hour, a cyclist or motorcyclist is killed or seriously injured on our roads. It's
#RoadSafetyWeek
, let's all shout about the safety of those on two wheels. Let's all be more
#BikeSmart
@DevittInsurance
@forduk
@THINKgovuk
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📣 Welcome to the official launch of
#RoadSafetyWeek
- the UK's biggest road safety event.
We can't wait to see what you've got planned and hear all about your
#RoadSafetyHeroes
Let's shout out for our right to make safe and healthy journeys every day.
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Today is World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. In the UK every day 5 lives are tragically lost on our roads, every life lost is one too many. We remember them.
#WDoR2019
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It’s
#RoadSafetyWeek
and this is why we’re asking people to
#SpeedDown
.
@AvivaUK
@BriteAngle
@THINKgovuk
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Today is the start of
#RoadSafetyWeek
across the UK! Millions are taking part in raising awareness and making Safe Roads for All! Read our press release here:
Sign up, get involved and access the action pack here
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Speed limits are exactly that, limits, set at the top speed that it's safe to drive on a road. Drivers who go beyond these are behaving dangerously and putting themselves and others at risk. We fully support a zero tolerance approach - breaking the law is not acceptable!
Motorists could be fined £100 for going just 1MPH over the speed limit
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If there is any doubt about your fitness to drive, you simply should not do it. A single lapse behind the wheel can have catastrophic consequences
#RoadSafety
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It's official!
#RoadSafetyWeek2020
has begun! Thank you to the many thousands of supporters out there sharing and using our free resources all this week to help make our roads safer for everyone. Join the NO NEED TO SPEED campaign here:
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This
#DontStreamAndDrive
day our message to drivers is simple - when behind the wheel, make sure your phone is in the glovebox, silent and out of reach. It only takes a moment's inattention to cause devastation.
#TuesdayThoughts
@PoliceChiefs
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Drivers, please remember how dangerous and scary your vehicle can be to people cycling and always leave plenty of space. More people choosing to walk and cycle is a great thing!
#BikeWeekUK
@WeAreCyclingUK
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Today is World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. In the UK every day 5 lives are tragically lost on our roads, every life lost is one too many. We remember them.
#WDoR2018
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It's
#RoadSafetyWeek
!
Millions across the UK are raising awareness for road safety and joining in a national conversation about speed.
On average, 5 people die on UK roads every day. Whoever you are and however you travel, we need to talk about speed.
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Read our response to Giles Coren's insensitive and damaging article in
@thetimes
. Alongside
@TfL
,
@MPSRTPC
and
@RoadPeace
, we stand united in our support for road crash victims and our condemnation of Mr Coren's trivialisation of dangerous driving.
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This
#RoadSafetyWeek
(19-25 November) we are shouting about the safety of those on two wheels and encouraging everyone to be
#BikeSmart
. Register now and download your FREE electronic action pack!
@DevittInsurance
@forduk
@THINKgovuk
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Sadly this message has once again become important:
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Drivers who tailgate are not only putting their own lives at risk but also those of other road users. Drivers should keep at least a two-second gap (double in wet weather) behind the vehicle in front – giving themselves enough time to react in an emergency.
#StaySafeStayBack
Are you a space invader when you get behind the wheel? Latest stats show that 1 in 8 of all casualties are caused by people driving too closely to the vehicle in front. We're encouraging all drivers to avoid tailgating and to
#StaySafeStayBack
in our latest safety campaign.
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This powerful video had us in tears. It was produced by
@RoadSafetyScot
to reveal the true impact of speed on people's lives. Brake volunteer Beth bravely shares her story of her beautiful daughter Jane. We hope this will inspire everyone to
#DriveSmart
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Be
#BikeSmart
and take time to look properly for bikes before you pull out at junctions.
#RoadSafetyWeek
@DevittInsurance
@forduk
@THINKgovuk
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A drink-driver cut short Jordan's life. We can't let others suffer the same fate. Our current laws say that it's ok to drink and drive - it isn't. Any amount of alcohol affects driving. Join our calls for a zero-tolerance approach:
#GraysonPerry
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Two thirds of bike deaths happen on our rural roads. Smart drivers, be
#BikeSmart
, and help keep riders safe.
#RoadSafetyWeek
@DevittInsurance
@forduk
@THINKgovuk
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Sign up for this year's
#RoadSafetyWeek
and find out how you can get involved with our free resources!
#SpeedDown
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#SpeedDown
this
#RoadSafetyWeek
to help save lives, prevent injuries and stop needless crashes.
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Vision Zero Leaders Awards 2020: WINNER Local Roads Innovation Award goes to the CYCLOPS (cycle optimised protected signals) junction in Hulme.
@OfficialTfGM
@ManCityCouncil
@Road_Safety_GB
Sponsored by
@ReflexHire
@driive
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Want to be more
#BikeSmart
? Then learn the Dutch Reach and help keep riders safe when getting out of your car.
#RoadSafetyWeek
@DevittInsurance
@forduk
@THINKgovuk
@WeAreCyclingUK
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A
@metpoliceuk
officer died today, in the line of duty, protecting our democracy. We owe them our eternal thanks. Thoughts with all families
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Ice, snow, heavy rain and fog significantly increase the risks on roads. Stopping distances can double in the wet and increase ten-fold in ice and snow. Driving in bad weather can be lethal. Read our top tips to ensure you stay safe this winter.
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Today we reveal the two biggest threats on our roads according to the public for
#RoadSafetyWeek
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We've welcomed tougher penalties for speeding drivers which come into force tomorrow.
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Today 50,000 kids are marching for safer roads across the UK, as on average 50 children are killed or injured on our roads every day. We are super proud of everyone taking part in
#brakeskidswalk
!
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It is day two of
#RoadSafetyWeek
and today's theme is TEACH.
Thousands of schools and nurseries are getting involved in road safety education today, but it's important that we learn about road safety throughout our lives.
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1 in 3 drivers admit to being in a car travelling at over 100mph. We must all shout for a change in attitudes to speeding this Road Safety Week
#RoadSafetyWeek2020
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Crash victims have waited three long years for this announcement. Road crime is real crime and it is high time the law, recognised this. 'Drivers who kill others after speeding, racing or using a phone could receive life sentences under new legislation.'
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It's
#RoadSafetyWeek
. Be
#BikeSmart
and always leave 150cm when overtaking a cyclist or motorcyclist.
@DevittInsurance
@forduk
@THINKgovuk
@WeAreCyclingUK
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To help drivers keep their
#SpeedDown
, we are calling for ISA to be fitted by law to all new vehicles
#RoadSafetyWeek
@AvivaUK
@BriteAngle
@THINKgovuk
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We've spoken a lot about the important changes made to the Highway Code this year, particularly the change in the hierarchy for vulnerable road users. For
#RoadSafetyWeek
, we've produced this short film to remind us all of how to work together to keep everyone safe.
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Don't forget to join us on Sunday in lighting a candle next to a photo of your loved one for World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. Please tag Brake into your posts and use
#WDoR22
and
#RoadSafetyWeek
to mark the final day of Road Safety Week and the theme of SUPPORT.
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The UK's most senior road safety campaigner? Maisie Powell - 102 years old today - from
#Llandrindod
Wells in mid Wales, says
#SpeedDownSaveLives
ahead of
#RoadSafetyWeek
2017
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Every day 5 people are needlessly killed on British roads. This
#NationalRoadVictimMonth
we remember those who have lost their lives in a road crash and urge drivers to be safe, to ensure that no other family need suffer this terrible tragedy.
#VisionZero
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Excellent video by
@THINKgovuk
warning about the dangers of rural roads. They have high speeds and are unpredictable. Drivers need to take care, stay well within the speed limit and pay attention at all times.
#TuesdayThoughts
#RoadSafety
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Did you know how many people are killed or seriously injured on our roads? Do you realise that each of these tragedies is preventable?
#StepUp
& shout out for safe streets for
#RoadSafetyWeek
. More here:
@Kwik_Fit
@Specsavers
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This is PREVENTABLE. This is not an accident. This should not happen. The driver has been charged for death by dangerous driving and failure to stop at a scene and he will appear in court tomorrow. Driver actions cause death on our roads, not cars.
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On this day in 1896 the first person was killed in a car crash. Over a century later, people are still being needlessly killed on our roads and the way road traffic offences are dealt with by the justice system is not fit for purpose. A full review is required!
#FridayThoughts
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Make the
#BrakePledge
this
#RoadSafetyWeek
All our volunteers have been directly affected by drivers who haven't..
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"Drivers will always feel a disconnection their surroundings, which is why it’s vital that our roads have safe speed limits," explains Keir Gallagher from
@WeAreCyclingUK
In his
#RoadSafetyWeek
blog, Keir explains the dangers of rural roads.
Read more
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The British Horse Society are campaigning for greater awareness about the importance of driving safely around horses on our roads. They've launched an initiative called 'Dead Slow’ which educates drivers and horse riders on how to stay safe
@BritishHorse
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Great to partner with our friends at
@WeAreCyclingUK
on this important message. Speeding is never acceptable and we should all
#takeextracare
of each other at this time
With emptier roads, for some there's a temptation to drive faster than they normally might...but with more families and people on the road for their daily exercise, Cycling UK and
@Brakecharity
have teamed up to ask drivers to slow down and take care.
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On 30mph roads, the majority of cars exceed the speed limit – this is a clear sign that public perception over the acceptability of speeding needs to change. A zero-tolerance approach to speeding sends a clear signal that breaking the law is not acceptable.
#TuesdayThoughts
Drivers face £100 fine for going 1mph over speed limit after police urge end to 'buffer zone'
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❤️ Thank you to everyone who took part in
#RoadSafetyWeek
last week - you were all amazing!
We couldn't have done it without you all showing up and shouting out for everyone's right to make safe and healthy journeys on safe roads.
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the last day of
#RoadSafetyWeek
We support the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
#WDoR2021
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There are many ways to be
#BikeSmart
- today's
#RoadSafetyWeek
blog from
@BritishHorse
is about their 'Be Nice, Say Hi' campaign with
@WeAreCyclingUK
and why it's important to pass horses safely when on your bike.
@DevittInsurance
@forduk
@THINKgovuk
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We are delighted to announce that registrations are now open for Road Safety Week 2020! This year's theme is No Need To Speed - encouraging everyone to learn the true impact of speed on our safety. Sign up here
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Wow, what a
#RoadSafetyWeek
we had.
A big thank you to everyone who took part in schools and organisations across the country - you have all helped to raise awareness of the risks on our roads. Let's keep striving for safe and healthy journeys.
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@allpartycycling
@BBCNews
Fines are inadequate. £150 for using phone behind wheel. £1,000 for not having TV licence.
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“It is absolutely right that this hierarchical approach to road safety is echoed in enforcement — there is simply no argument against the police focusing their finite resources on targeting the greatest dangers on our roads.”
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It's not too late to get involved in
#RoadSafetyWeek
. Sign up now and access our free action pack
@AvivaUK
@BriteAngle
@THINKgovuk
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Don't forget to share your photos of
#BrakesKidsWalk
with your fabulous
@shaunthesheep
and friends posters and banners! Thanks to our partners
@askesure
for all their support with this campaign
#roadsafety
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It's World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. We campaign for safer roads in their memories.
#WDR2016
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It's
#RoadSafetyWeek
! Read our press release which highlights just why we should all be more
#BikeSmart
and help keep those on two wheels safe.
@DevittInsurance
@forduk
@THINKgovuk
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Rosie is taking action about how we educate drivers around horses - if you agree with her petition you can sign it here
#horses
#roadsafety
I decided to stop just complaining about being nearly hit by cars and do something about it. I’ve set up a petition to make driving safely around horses a mandatory part of the driving test. Let’s educate the future generations how to keep us all safe.
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Just one week to go until
#RoadSafetyWeek
2017! Don't forget to sign up for your free action pack () and support our Thunderclap to help us make some noise! ()
@AvivaUK
@BriteAngle
@THINKgovuk
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Want to know how you can
#StepUp
this
#RoadSafetyWeek
? Check the below and take our Safe Streets survey to give your views here 👉
@Specsavers
@Kwik_Fit
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Congratulations to five-year-old Henry for organising a Bake for Brake this weekend in memory of his Dad, who died in 2020 when he was knocked off his bike whilst cycling.
Wonderful Henry raised an incredible £1,600 for Brake!
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Speed is a critical factor in all road crashes. We are supporting the
@PoliceChiefs
speed enforcement campaign this month, cracking down on speeding drivers to keep our roads safe.
#KnowYourLimit
#PaceForPeople
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It's DAY FOUR of
#RoadSafetyWeek
Today we celebrate Emergency Services and Road Victim Services
- highlighting the work they do as road safety heroes to support at the critical point of need; educate to reduce casualties and care for people affected by crashes.
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Going to an Xmas party this month? In December, someone will be killed or injured in a drink-driving incident every single hour. Remember, not a drop of alcohol is safe before getting behind the wheel. We need a zero tolerance drink drive limit.
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Sign up for
#RoadSafetyWeek
to spread awareness in your community or workplace with our free resources!
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Heartbreaking story highlighting the devastating impact that phone use behind the wheel can have. Government needs to crack down on this dangerous behaviour by introducing tougher sentences and investing in more roads policing!
#PhoneSmart
#RoadstoJustice
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It's
#RoadSafetyWeek
! We should all be free to travel without fear but our new research shows the dangerous reality on UK roads. More here 👉
#StepUp
@Kwik_Fit
@Specsavers
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If you're out and about on the roads today, look out for all road users - not just cars.
#thinkbike
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Vehicles cause 99% of road deaths - the
@MoJGovUK
must publish its well overdue consultation on driving offences
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We applaud
@MoJGovUK
for tougher sentences for drivers who kill-major victory for victims' families
#RoadsToJustice
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Mobile phones should have a 'driving mode' so they are disabled in the car
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It takes 96m to stop when you're driving at 70mph. Treating the road like a racetrack puts yourself and others in danger
#SlowDown
#WhatsTheCost
@MerseyPolice
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🛒 Help children call for the five things they need to keep them safe on roads with our giant
@shaunthesheep
posters.
Buy now:
- Display in your entrance hall or classrooms
- Stick to card and carry with you on your walk
- Great for photocalls
#KidsWalk
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🆕 We now have more than 90,000 schoolchildren from over 600 schools registered for Brake's Kids Walk on 22 June.
You are all baa-rilliant!!
Not signed up yet?
Sponsored by
@askesure
and featuring
@shaunthesheep
and friends.
#KidsWalk
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Thank you from the Brake team to everyone who attended our Annual Reception yesterday evening. Your support and commitment enables us to continue to support the victims of road crashes, and campaign to make our roads safer. We're incredibly grateful for your support.
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This is why you shouldn't use you mobile phone, even hands-free, when driving.
#WednesdayWisdom
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41% of drivers think distracted drivers are the biggest threat to road safety
#roadsafetyweek
#brakepledge
;
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To all the blue light services, schools, community groups, companies & politicians who took part in
#RoadSafetyWeek
, thank you.
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BBC News - Dangerous drivers who kill could face life in prison comment from our campaigns chief.
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Interesting idea to remind drivers to slow down in built up areas
#RoadsForPeople
#20splenty
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What a phenomenal week it has been! Thank you, to the millions of people across the UK who took part in
#RoadSafetyWeek2020
in schools, local communities, online and at work. Read the blogs, watch the videos and find the tools that made a difference at
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Please take a moment to watch Anna and Oscar's story and why we need the NO NEED TO SPEED campaign
#RoadSafetyWeek2020
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@Gocompare
This ad is a serious misjudgement and should be removed immediately. 75 people are killed or seriously injured on British roads every day. To trivialise crashes and their impact is hugely insensitive to victims and everyone working to improve road safety.
@ASA_UK
#RoadSafety
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This is hugely concerning. Speeding is never acceptable but we must shout about the additional burden it can cause the NHS at this time of national crisis
@THINKgovuk
#RoadSafety
#SlowDownSaveLives
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#StepUp
for Safe Streets this
#RoadSafetyWeek
. Together we can make roads safer for everyone.
@Specsavers
@Kwik_Fit
@THINKgovuk
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As
#RoadSafetyWeek
draws to a close we would like to say a massive thankyou to everyone who took part and did their bit to
#StepUp
for Safe Streets. Together we can make roads safer for everyone!
@Specsavers
@Kwik_Fit
@THINKgovuk
@scottish_water
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I'm sure many of you have noticed the roads getting busier despite the lockdown. With the added dangers of sub-zero temperatures, please stay at home and stay safe. You should only travel if essential and please take extra care.
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Our Chief Executive, Mary Williams, was on
@bbcbreakfast
earlier today reminding us of our every day road safety heroes that attend road crashes daily and support the loved ones and families of those affected or left behind.
#RoadSafetyWeek
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Our Chief Executive, Mary Williams OBE, will be on
@BBCBreakfast
at 0715 this morning.
Currently discussing
#RyansLaw
ahead of the debate in parliament later today.
#RoadSafetyWeek
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How much would we help the NHS if most people stayed home, off the roads, and those that had to drive ALWAYS kept well within speed limits?
#TuesdayThoughts
#StayHomeStaySafe
#RoadSafety
#SlowDownSnail
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Tragedies on our roads are entirely preventable.
#Step
Up this
#RoadSafetyWeek
- learn about and shout about the 'safe system' solutions that can prevent death and serious injury on our roads here 👉
@Kwik_Fit
@Specsavers
@THINKgovuk
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This is why you shouldn't use you mobile phone, even hands-free, when driving.
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