Safer cycling rolled out to over 700 school children

Safer cycling rolled out to over 700 school children A recent campaign that raised awareness and educated over 700 of Warwickshire’s youngest riders about cycle safety has been hailed a success by Warwickshire’s Road Safety Partnership.   As part of the National Police Chief Council (NPCC) Two Wheels Campaign, Warwickshire County Council and Warwickshire Police… Continue reading Safer cycling rolled out to over 700 school children

Enjoy the Euros without drink driving

Warwickshire Police is asking football fans to plan ahead during the Euros to make sure they are not one of the fifteen drivers arrested every week on suspicion of drink or drug driving.

Blighted by nuisance bikes? It’s time to Dob ‘Em In!

Blighted by nuisance bikes? It’s time to Dob ‘Em In! People are being encouraged to report nuisance bikes in their area using a new online reporting form.   By completing the form on the Warwickshire County Council website, they can help put an end to the issues nuisance bikes create for local communities.   Anti-social behaviour… Continue reading Blighted by nuisance bikes? It’s time to Dob ‘Em In!

A heartbroken mother’s plea to stop people drink driving during the Euros

“My son is never ever coming home” those are the words of a heartbroken mother whose son was killed by a drink driver.

Drivers and cyclists asked to check their knowledge of the Highway Code

Warwickshire Road Safety Partnership is asking both cyclists and drivers to check their knowledge of the Highway Code to ensure they understand their responsibilities to share the road safely.

Warwickshire Road Safety Partnership thanks Community Speed Watch volunteers during National Volunteer Week

Warwickshire Road Safety Partnership is saying a huge thank you to Warwickshire’s Community Speed Watch (CSW) volunteers this week as part of the National Volunteer Week’s 40th anniversary celebrations from 3-9 June.

“Sorry mate I didn’t see you!” campaign aims to support motorcyclists in enjoying rides safely

During June, Warwickshire Police officers will be out and about across the county’s roads with the aim of helping motorcyclists enjoy their outings safely.

You couldn’t make it up! Shocking footage of driver putting on her make-up as she drives along the M40

Ahead of a multi-agency week of action which will target unsafe drivers along the length of the M6, National Highways have released three pieces of footage highlighting some of the shocking driving spotted by police.

Warwickshire Trading Standards is supporting Citizens Advice to help used car buyers steer clear of problems

Warwickshire Trading Standards is supporting Citizens Advice to help used car buyers steer clear of problems Citizens Advice’s National Consumer Service is offering top advice tips to the estimated 3.5 million people nationally who are currently looking to buy a used car.    New data from Citizens Advice reveals last year the charity’s National Consumer… Continue reading Warwickshire Trading Standards is supporting Citizens Advice to help used car buyers steer clear of problems

Almost 1000 offences detected during a month long Fatal 4 operation in Warwickshire

Warwickshire Police officers detected 964 offences during a month long national road safety operation to target drivers committing the fatal 4 offences that are so often found to be a factor in fatal and serious road traffic collisions.