European Road Safety Day announced

The European Commission has announced the second European Road Safety Day will take place on October 13 2008.

In Europe’s ambitious project to save 25.000 lives on our roads, European Road Safety Days are intended to raise awareness, give visibility to best local practices and European policies and offer all those involved the opportunity to work towards more road safety in a truly European and global community. The first European Road Safety Day on 27 April 2007 was a day for young people sharing experiences. It focussed on the subjects of alcohol and drugs in traffic, and training and education. The second road safety day, to be held in 2008, will address the subject of "Road Safety in our Cities". About two thirds of the accidents and one third of the road fatalities occur in urban areas and affect the most vulnerable road users. Cities and towns across Europe are expected to participate in the day with a main event scheduled to take place in Paris.

Road Casualties in Great Britain: Main Results: 2007

Department for Transport Annual Report now available

Help steer drivers towards safety

FIRMS across the North East are being urged to do their bit to cut casualties on our roads. Today the Chronicle launches the Road Respect Charter, which aims to get businesses to introduce a range of safety measures. From sending employees on refresher driving lessons to educating customers on the perils of danger driving, companies can help in their own way.