Warwickshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Philip Seccombe, is encouraging local people affected by road traffic collisions to take part in a new national survey aimed at improving support for victims.

The survey, launched by the Office of the Victims’ Commissioner, aims to gain a deeper understanding of how victims of road traffic collisions interact with the criminal justice system and the support services available to them. It is open to victims themselves or close relatives and will remain live until Friday, 10 October 2025.

Mr Seccombe, who also chairs the Warwickshire Road Safety Partnership, said:

“Every road traffic collision has a human impact. Behind the statistics are individuals and families who may be dealing with trauma, bereavement and long, uncertain investigations. Their voices matter. 

“This national survey is an important opportunity to ensure that the experiences of victims are properly understood and used to shape improvements in how support is provided and justice is delivered. I strongly encourage anyone in Warwickshire who has been affected to take part.”

The survey forms part of wider research into how victims of road traffic collisions are treated by criminal justice agencies. It aims to identify what is working well, where improvements are needed, and how services can be made more responsive to victims’ needs.

Participation is anonymous unless respondents choose to take part in a follow-up interview. All responses will be treated confidentially, and any future reporting will ensure individuals cannot be identified.

Mr Seccombe added: “As Chair of the Warwickshire Road Safety Partnership, I am committed to ensuring that victims are not forgotten and that their experiences help drive change. This survey is a vital step in that process.”

The survey is open to victims in England and Wales, regardless of whether a perpetrator was charged. It can be accessed online at: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/RoadTrafficCollisionExperiences/

In Warwickshire, the Police and Crime Commissioner funds road safety charity Brake to provide independent specialist support for people in the county who have been affected by a road death and serious injury.

Anyone needing support can contact Brake via their website https://www.brake.org.uk/how-we-help/get-help-if-a-crash-victim, by phone on 0808 8000 401 or by email help@brake.org.uk.