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Funding awarded to explore challenges faced by neurodivergent children
A research project, which will explore the road safety challenges experienced by neurodivergent children, has been awarded funding by The Road Safety Trust.
New approach to skid resistance could be game-changer for highway safety teams
A groundbreaking new method for prioritising skid resistance treatments on local roads has been developed through research funded by The Road Safety Trust.
Trust Director delivers keynote at Brake Fleet Champions Awards 2025
The Road Safety Trust’s Director of Communications and Engagement, Paul Steinberg, delivered the opening speech at the prestigious Fleet Champions Awards, presented by Brake, at the Royal Armouries in Leeds.
Trust recognises marginal reduction in UK road fatalities and warns more must be done
The Road Safety Trust has responded to the news that the number of people killed or seriously injured on UK roads has fallen only slightly, warning that there is still much to do to save lives.
Hiper website is helping thousands to level up on cycle helmet safety
A year on from its launch, a website funded by The Road Safety Trust is helping tens of thousands of UK cyclists make informed choices when purchasing new helmets
Business in the Community recognised at TyreSafe UK Awards for Outstanding Communications
Business in the Community Northern Ireland (BITC) is proud to announce that it has won the Communications category in the 2025 TyreSafe Awards for its ‘Responsible Driving and the Fatal Five’ campaign.
Road Safety Trust to launch Autumn 2025 Small Grants Round with new two-stage process
The Road Safety Trust will next month open its much-anticipated Autumn 2025 Small Grant programme.
The Road Safety Trust publishes new strategy to help achieve zero deaths and serious injuries on UK roads
The Road Safety Trust has published its new organisational strategy for 2025–2028, setting out its plan to deliver on its ongoing vision of zero deaths and zero serious injuries on UK roads
Tribute to our former Chief Executive, Sonya Hurt
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our former Chief Executive, Sonya Hurt.
Zero road fatalities across a whole year in Helsinki
Helsinki has completed an entire year without a single traffic-related fatality, according to city and police officials.
Funding boost to evaluate ‘lifesaving’ BikeSafe motorcyclist improvement scheme
The Road Safety Trust has announced new funding that will enable a full evaluation of the national BikeSafe rider improvement scheme to be carried out.
Video tutorial shown to cut driver blind spots toward motorcyclists
New research which explores why car drivers often fail to spot motorcyclists on the road has revealed how a simple video intervention could help save lives – with 92% of drivers reporting a greater understanding of hazards.
New research aims to improve driving safety for people living with dementia
A new 18-month research project, funded by the Road Safety Trust, has launched to address the issue of road safety for people living with dementia.
Ruth Purdie OBE Supports Calls for Urgent Action on Motorcycle Safety at National Conference
“Through the National Rider Risk Awareness Course, we are providing a crucial behavioural change intervention to equip riders with the knowledge and skills to stay safe. Our goal is clear: we wish riders to be alert today, alive tomorrow.”
Road Safety Trust-funded project wins Prince Michael International Road Safety Award
The innovative behavioural change project ‘A Nudge in the Right Direction: Enhancing Pedestrian Safety in Liverpool’ was yesterday honoured with a prestigious Prince Michael International Road Safety Award.
Ruth Purdie OBE honoured with award at Project EDWARD Parliamentary Reception
The Road Safety Trust is delighted to share the news that our CEO, Ruth Purdie OBE, was honoured with a prestigious award at the annual Project EDWARD reception held at the Houses of Parliament on Monday 9 December.
World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
This Sunday, November 17, 2024, we will observe the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims.
The Road Safety Trust provides vital funding for support books for children bereaved in road crashes
The Road Safety Trust is delighted to announce new funding for Brake to provide free support books for children bereaved in road crashes and their adult carers.
Fall in road deaths welcome - but much work ahead to achieve Vision Zero
The Road Safety Trust is encouraged to see a fall in the number of people killed on Great Britain’s roads during 2023.