Road (Highways Safety) related deaths

Concerns summary Current DVLA regulations for driving licences following epileptic seizures may need review, as a driver potentially experiencing a seizure lawfully held a licence, leading to a fatal incident.

Concerns summary An opportunity was missed to assess an elderly driver's fitness after a previous collision, highlighting the need for robust driver referral schemes to take unsafe drivers off the road.

Concerns summary Confusing "SLOW" road markings on a 60mph road and a lack of warning signs or hazard lines on a bend with reduced visibility created a dangerous road environment.

Concerns summary Standard lorry mirrors provide distorted, inadequate vision and are prone to dirt, creating an avoidable blind spot risk for drivers and posing a danger to other road users.

Concerns summary Obstructed driver views, a Pelicon crossing located after a high-speed zone, and high non-compliance with traffic signals at the crossing create a dangerous environment for pedestrians.

Concerns summary An unlit dual carriageway with a national speed limit, lacking a footpath, is extremely unsafe for pedestrians. Visibility for drivers was inadequate, making emergency stops impossible within the available range.

Concerns summary The deceased, with dementia, continued driving despite medical advice, highlighting a systemic risk where current legislation places primary responsibility on the driver to inform the DVLA rather than mandating direct clinical referral.

Concerns summary The junction is considered unsafe due to a history of collisions and concerns regarding the safety of vehicles performing U-turn maneuvers across the carriageway to a central reservation.

Concerns summary A lack of adequate signage warning A322 drivers about a pedestrian crossing point creates a safety hazard for those traversing both carriageways.

Concerns summary The legal framework for "blood bike" volunteers' use of emergency vehicle exemptions (blue lights, speed limits) for routine courier services appears unclear, potentially leading to unsafe practices or misapplication of regulations.

Concerns summary Inadequate pedestrian safety measures near a school crossing, including a lack of lighting, railings, dedicated crossings, crossing patrols, or temporary speed limits, creates a high-risk environment for students.

Concerns summary HGV training lacks mandatory instruction on Class VI mirror use, which covers blind spots, and not all drivers are required to undertake vulnerable road user awareness courses, increasing collision risks.

Concerns summary There is no speed limit on the road adjacent to the school, failing to slow traffic during critical times when children are arriving and leaving the school.

Concerns summary A fatal road collision involving an agricultural vehicle with a protruding boom highlights the need for a review of road layout, signage, and safety improvements at the A5 junction.

Concerns summary The absence of a pedestrian crossing on the A12 near a fatal collision site, coupled with delays in implementing a traffic management order and building a new crossing, poses ongoing risks.

Concerns summary Repeated pedestrian fatalities at an uncontrolled crossing point, driven by bus stop proximity and inadequate lighting, highlight an urgent need for a new controlled crossing and neglected funding applications.

Concerns summary Poor street lighting at a wide, busy junction in a residential area created inadequate illumination for all road users, increasing collision risks for pedestrians and vehicles.

Concerns summary A specific section of the A690 has a high incidence of collisions, including two fatal incidents at the same location, necessitating a review of safety restrictions and drainage.

Concerns summary Guidelines for declaring death on scene (ROLE) need urgent clarification, especially regarding assumptions about imminence or difficulty of extraction. Ambulance crews also lacked awareness of fire service capabilities for vehicle lifting, hindering decision-making.

Concerns summary The public may misunderstand police emergency vehicle speed limits. Additionally, a lack of visual indicators led officers to mistakenly believe sirens were active, highlighting a safety flaw.

Concerns summary A busy main road lacks safe pedestrian and cycle crossings, forcing individuals to navigate dangerous sections where pathways end, significantly increasing the risk of serious collisions.

Concerns summary Motorcyclists using Trelai Park as an unfettered racing area pose a significant safety risk to the general public, particularly children and the elderly.

Concerns summary The filter lane and junction design fails to prevent drivers from incorrectly turning onto the wrong side of bollards, posing a road safety risk.

Concerns summary A notorious accident hotspot lacked essential traffic calming measures, including reduced speed limits and double white lines, contributing to numerous near misses and non-fatal collisions.

Concerns summary A dark section of the A693, serving as an unofficial pedestrian crossing point with a 60mph speed limit and no street lighting, creates a critical hazard where vehicle stopping distances exceed driver visibility.