Nominations open for 2019 London Road Safety Award
The London Road Safety Council is inviting nominations for its annual road safety award, designed to celebrate work carried out within the education, training and publicity aspects of road safety.
Motorcyclists ‘erroneously vilified’ by London ULEZ
Authorities in London have been accused of discriminating against motorcyclists, after calls to exempt powered two wheeler riders from the Capital’s new Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) fell on deaf ears.
Hounslow cycle initiative promotes girl power
Hounslow Council is aiming to encourage a pedal revolution among the borough’s female cyclists, organising weekly rides throughout the spring and summer months.
World’s first 24-hour ULEZ becomes operation in London
The new Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) has come into force in central London – on what is being described as a ‘landmark day’ for the Capital.
Londoners ‘deserve to have road danger tackled effectively’
Enforcement of traffic offences in London has been described as a ‘postcode lottery’ – with a new report highlighting major discrepancies between boroughs.
Boroughs to host Biker Down! London courses
Free sessions to teach riders what to do if they are the first on the scene at a collision which involves a fellow biker are taking place on a monthly basis during 2019.
Survey paints concerning picture for London’s roads
More than a quarter of London’s roads are in ‘poor condition’ – meaning they have less than five years’ life remaining – according to a new report.
Young driver event returns to Pall Mall
The agenda for a London-based conference, which examines current and future thinking with regard to young drivers, is almost complete.
London drivers ‘bucking the trend’ on mobile phones
More than half of London’s drivers are making or receiving calls at the wheel, double the UK average, a new survey suggests.
DfT launches urban mobility review
The Government has confirmed it will explore regulations around new types of vehicles, including e-scooters and e-cargo bike trailers, as part of a review into urban mobility.