New research shows more than half of drivers (54%) have diverted away from a motorway or main A road because of congestion over the last year
UK Government data suggests the number of vehicles on the road has increased by 13% in just ten years
Millions of motorists are being diverted onto higher‑risk rural roads as congestion, sat‑nav rerouting and road closures reshape everyday journeys, new
IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy Nicholas Lyes said: “These figures show a lost decade in terms of reducing the number of serious casualties and highlights the urgency of implementing measures to improve road safety. We are deeply concerned by the provisional increase in motorcycle fatalities which shows efforts to protect people on two wheels is seriously lacking. The UK Government’s strategy wi
Mark Armitage takes up the position on a permanent basis following successful interim spell
The UK’s leading independent road safety charity IAM RoadSmart today welcomes the appointment of Mark Armitage as Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Mark has worked as interim CEO for the previous six months and before this was a Trustee of the road safety charity. He brings a wealth of experience from
The road safety charity has launched a petition calling for Highways Authorities across the UK to commit to their decommissioning by the end of the decade
New figures show that almost 150 miles of cable barriers – which pose a safety threat to motorcyclists – remain on England’s roads.
The cable barriers are known for their ‘cheese cutter’ effect on bikers unlucky enough to hit them on colli
Two IAM RoadSmart members attended a Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace on 8 May 2026, representing the road safety charity.
If employees undertook eco-driving training, fleets would save money on fuel, boost retention, lower their environmental impact, and improve safetyIAM RoadSmart’s stand at the Commercial Vehicle Show at the Birmingham NEC from 21 to 23 April gave delegates a fuel saving overview
Fleets could save thousands of pounds at the pumps if their employees adopted an eco-driving style, according to rese
Young drivers and riders have the chance to improve their skills and boost their safety awareness at a road safety event taking place at Thruxton Circuit in Hampshire.
IAM RoadSmart comments on new motorway and A-road investment plans
William Porter, Policy and Public Affairs Manager at IAM RoadSmart said: “Today’s announcement is a welcome recognition that maintaining and renewing our road network is just as important as building new infrastructure when it comes to road safety. Drivers rely on well-maintained roads for safe journeys, and years of underinvest
IAM RoadSmart issues response to newly released Home Office speeding offence statistics
Responding to the AIA's Annual Local Authority Road Maintenance (ALARM) survey, IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy & Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “The embarrassing state of our local road network is fast becoming a national scandal. Around one in six local roads are effectively on life support with less than five years of structural integrity remaining. What was once deemed an irritant with exp
Motorcyclists across Scotland can look forward to a series of events this spring and summer, with the return of Rider Refinement and an IAM RoadSmart Skills Day at Knockhill Circuit.
The Welsh Wonders IAM RoadSmart Experience is returning to one of North Wales’s most scenic regions, combining road safety with a fun day out.
NI motorcyclists can sharpen their skills at a new County Antrim road safety event ahead of 2026.
For business fleets, 2025 has been yet another eventful year, with firms having to contend with a whole host of challenges, from higher maintenance and repair costs, to evolving regulations around safety. With 2026 now upon us, there are several key changes over the next 12 months that fleet decision makers must be aware of.
IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “Evidence from around the world shows that a form of graduated driver licensing can reduce fatal and serious collisions among new drivers [...]
A passionate motoring enthusiast from Denbigh, Wales has been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours list for his exceptional dedication to improving road safety.
The Met Office has issued a rare red warning for ‘dangerous, stormy’ winds in south-west England as Storm Goretti threatens gusts of up to 100mph.
The alert, in place from 4pm to 11pm on Thursday, warns of ‘violent gusts’ hitting Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly for two to three hours, with exposed areas facing winds of 80-100 mph or more.
IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nich
IAM RoadSmart welcomes the Government's first road safety strategy in more than a decade. An emphasis on younger drivers and motorcycle safety is particularly positive, considering these are some of our most vulnerable road users.
Following a Met Office amber warning for snow and ice, IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: "Since new year, temperatures have plunged and conditions will be tricky, particularly with many returning to work. Where heavy snow is forecast, drivers are advised to consider whether journeys are necessary.
"If you need to travel, preparation is key: Clear your car of sn
Commenting on the Scottish Government's response to the National Speed Management Review, IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “Reducing the national speed limit on single carriageways potentially risked increasing dangerous overtaking manoeuvres on many of Scotland’s rural roads so we are pleased that the Scottish Government has stepped back from this measure. Instea
