Fleet Driver Training

The proportion of RAC breakdowns caused by potholes in the first quarter of 2018 was the third highest recorded since 2006 when tracking of such faults started. An analysis of RAC breakdown data has revealed motorists are sadly still suffering the effects of the harsh winter weather seen in February and March of this year due to the resulting deterioration of road surfaces right across the UK. The percentage of RAC breakdowns likely to be attributed to damage caused by pothol

Police officers across Europe commence a week-long speed enforcement operation starting today (Monday 16 April). During the operation, co-ordinated by the European Traffic Police Network (TISPOL), officers will use a number of speed detection methods across all types of road. The purpose of the operation is to raise awareness of the dangers of speeding, and to remind drivers of the benefits for all road users of driving at speeds that are both legal and appropriate. “We urge

A graduated driving licence, including passenger restrictions for young drivers, is to be trialled following an eight-year campaign by a Highland and Islands MSP. Road safety campaigner David Stewart expressed his delight yesterday that the UK Government had finally agreed to pilot such a project. His campaign began following the deaths of two 17-year-olds on a city road – driver Ahlee Jackson and friend Callum Matheson – in Inverness in 2010. Mr Stewart said: “After the unfo

Police officers shouldn't be frightened of ending up in court if they chase suspects on scooters, the policing minister has told the BBC. Nick Hurd MP says the government is "reviewing the law" and says "we do intend to change things" to better protect police. The Police Federation says its officers are "scared to chase" in case they are charged if suspects are injured. There has been a huge surge in crimes involving scooters and motorbikes in the last three years. The Met Po