REACTION: IAM RoadSmart calls on social media companies to update policy to deter illegal driving
This follows the case of Darryl Anderson, who was jailed for more than 17 years for causing death by dangerous driving
Northern Ireland – Road safety briefing. Last updated: June 2024
Police Service for Northern Ireland data shows:
Calendar year 2024 so far: As of 1st June 2024, there have been 26 fatalities on Northern Ireland’s roads.
Regions: In 2023, Newry, Mourne and Down district had the highest number of road deaths with 11 fatalities. Belfast City district recorded the most serious injuries in 2023 (127 people).
Data shows the biggest principal causation fa
Jungle Jamborees and Tuk-Tuk Tales: A Wild Ride on Sri Lanka’s Roads by IAM RoadSmart member Christopher Hill.
I am afraid I am a bit of a dinosaur, having passed my advanced motorcycle test back around 1988
REACTION: IAM RoadSmart urges new government to prioritise drivers.
IAM RoadSmart Policy and Standards Director Nicholas Lyes said: “IAM RoadSmart welcomes the new government and ministers to their positions. Doubtless to say, there are plenty of issues that need to be addressed: Motorists are dealing with pothole-plagued roads, expensive pump prices, soaring insurance premiums, and worse, progress on reducing serious and fatal road collisions has stalled for many
Gear Up and Go: Festival Bound with Good Vibes and Great Driving.
The summer is jam-packed with music and dance events, from Glastonbury to the Isle of Wight to Reading, signalling the official start of festival season.
REACTION: IAM RoadSmart comments on the British Medical Association's calls to lower the drink-drive limit
IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “The number of people killed on our roads where at least one driver was over the limit has remained stubbornly high for over a decade. Cutting the drink-drive limit would be a positive step forward in reducing road casualties but we also need to see an increased emphasis on re-training. Evidence suggests that those who take a drink
Keep yourself and others safe by not drinking or driving after the football game.
The countdown is on to Euro 2024. Over 31 days, and with 24 football games to watch, there is a lot to get excited about.
Nick Lomas appointed as Vice Chair of IAM RoadSmart
IAM RoadSmart is pleased to announce that Nick Lomas has today been appointed as Vice Chair of the charity.
Nick originally joined IAM RoadSmart as a Trustee in March 2020 and over the last four years has become an established and reliable Board member and his elevation to Vice Chair will ensure continuing support for Chair Stuart Donald QPM.
Nick has a wealth of experience that he brings t
Safer roads for all: IAM RoadSmart manifesto calls on political parties to prioritise road safety
Manifesto calls for all parties to commit to an updated road safety strategy and a national roads renewal programme
Focus should be on skills, infrastructure, and enforcement
The UK’s largest independent road safety charity IAM RoadSmart has published its manifesto “safer roads for all” calling on all political parties to bring forward plans to reduce the numbers of killed and seriously inj
Banish the pollen blues with these top tips from IAM RoadSmart.
Hay fever season is in full swing, and there is nothing worse than battling through the day constantly sneezing with a runny nose, headache, and itchy eyes, especially when driving.
Soaring motor premiums fuelling spike in uninsured younger drivers
PRESS RELEASE: 00:01, 17th May 2024
Drivers aged 17-20 with new IN10 endorsements increases by almost over a quarter in just 12 months as premiums jump by 25% between 2022 to 2023*
IAM RoadSmart launches new campaign to bring costs down
The number of young motorists aged 17-20 punished for driving without insurance has increased by more than a quarter (28%) between 20
Step back to the 1970s with former Advanced Driving Instructor, Ashley Ponting
Remember the 1970s? Flares, disco, Ford Cortina’s? For former Advanced Driving and Fleet Training Instructor Ashley Ponting, it was the start of a 50-year journey with IAM RoadSmart. Ashley took his Advanced test in an MG Midget (£1,025 on the road) at the County Ground car park in Swindon and, on successfully passing, joined the Bristol IAM RoadSmart Group, eventually becoming Group Secretary.
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