Road (Highways Safety) related deaths

Concerns summary Cheshire Police had confused report management with no officer acknowledgement system and significant delays in delivering critical ANPR/Vehicle Finder system training to control room staff.

Concerns summary A dangerous 5.75-mile stretch of the A48 road, with varying speeds and no dedicated cyclist safety infrastructure, has a high number of fatal and serious collisions, particularly for cyclists.

Concerns summary A pedestrian walkway beneath the M56 motorway provides easy, unguarded access to the eastbound carriageway's hard shoulder via a ramp and fixed ladder, unlike the securely fenced westbound side.

Concerns summary Many mobility scooters, especially older models, lack a crucial secondary hand brake system, creating significant safety risks for riders and the public. Guidelines need reviewing.

Concerns summary There are no legal restrictions on newly qualified drivers carrying multiple young passengers, which increases collision risk and warrants a review of current provisions.

Concerns summary There are no legal restrictions on newly qualified drivers carrying multiple young passengers, which increases collision risk and warrants a review of current provisions.

Concerns summary A 40 mph speed limit on a residential road with bends, junctions, and a history of collisions is unsafe and requires permanent reduction.

Concerns summary The 30 mph speed limit on A361 North Bar Street is potentially too high. A road rise obscures the pedestrian crossing, increasing collision risk, especially given high pedestrian traffic.

Concerns summary The HGV licence medical process allows drivers to use independent GPs without access to full medical history, enabling them to hide disqualifying conditions and pose a road risk.

Concerns summary There is no requirement for electric scooter riders to wear helmets, increasing the risk of fatal head injuries in collisions due to their vulnerability on the road.

Concerns summary A dangerous stretch of the A38 with a high collision rate lacks funding for a proposed average speed camera safety scheme.

Concerns summary Limited public transport and expensive drop-off charges at Bournemouth Airport force passengers to walk along dangerous, unpaved, high-speed roads. This creates significant pedestrian safety risks, especially for those with luggage.

Concerns summary Inadequate road signage at a busy roundabout, especially for lane usage and alternative pedestrian/cyclist routes, makes navigation difficult for unfamiliar drivers and cyclists, risking collisions.

Concerns summary Agricultural tractors and trailers lack independent roadworthiness testing and essential safety features like decoupling prevention, despite their increasing size and road usage. Current regulations are outdated, posing significant public road safety risks.

Concerns summary Mature trees lining Embankment Road are dangerously close to the carriageway, directly contributing to multiple fatal collisions when vehicles leave the road. Their placement also obstructs pedestrian safety.

Concerns summary The absence of mandatory medical checks for drivers over 70, who only self-declare fitness, poses a significant road safety risk. This enables drivers with declining abilities to remain on the road, contributing to fatal and serious collisions.

Concerns summary A taxi firm's training on driver duty of care and safety protocols for vulnerable passengers is inadequate, as a driver would repeat leaving a passenger in an unsafe location and police contact protocols were not followed.

Concerns summary There is insufficient public awareness regarding aquaplaning, safe driving speeds in surface water, and appropriate vehicle control techniques, a gap in current Highway Code guidance.

Concerns summary A dangerous uncontrolled pedestrian crossing on a multi-lane 40mph road lacks safety features and has a history of accidents. Redesign plans are uncertain and significantly delayed.

Concerns summary The junction had limited visibility and was subject to the national speed limit, contributing to a significant road safety risk.

Concerns summary The absence of legal restrictions on newly qualified and young drivers carrying multiple young passengers significantly increases collision risk, leading to concerns about future deaths.

Concerns summary A hard-to-see, locked, matt black steel barrier on a legitimate road poses a serious collision risk for cyclists and emergency vehicles, especially at dusk or in the dark.

Concerns summary Unaddressed road safety concerns at the collision site, including speed limits and limited visibility for agricultural vehicles, persist due to unimplemented council recommendations.

Concerns summary A specific footbridge, excluded from barrier height improvements implemented on other local bridges, remains a risk for falls onto the motorway. The rationale for this exclusion is unclear.

Concerns summary The absence of appropriate road markings and signage on a slip road regarding speed or curvature ahead created dangerous driving conditions.