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  • IAM RoadSmart recertified with prestigious international ISO standard

    IAM RoadSmart recertified with prestigious international ISO standard

    Recertification is a sign of the delivery of high-quality training to reduce serious injuries on our roads.
    One of the UK’s leading providers of driver, rider and fleet training has successfully been recertified with the ISO 9001* international standard for quality management systems in recognition for its continuing high standards.


    IAM RoadSmart delivered more than 2,000

  • Private e-scooters likely to be behind surge in children caught riding or driving without insurance, warns road safety charity

    Private e-scooters likely to be behind surge in children caught riding or driving without insurance, warns road safety charity

    * New data analysed by IAM RoadSmart shows that within the past four years there has been a 2100% rise in the number of children aged 13-16 penalised
    * Uninsured driving and riding among legal age young motorists continues to increase, with the cost of insurance likely to blame despite falling premiums

    Nearly 800 children have been caught driving or riding without insurance in the past

  • Stay Alert Behind the Wheel

    Stay Alert Behind the Wheel

    Driving can be quite an adventure, but it can also be exhausting, especially if you're on the road for hours or driving late at night. Feeling tired behind the wheel is no joke—it can really affect your ability to drive safely. That's why it's important to recognise the signs of fatigue. By staying alert and taking care of yourself, you can make sure your journey is not only safer but also more en

  • Road safety charity introduces two new circuits and funded places for young people to its 2025 Skills Day season

    Road safety charity introduces two new circuits and funded places for young people to its 2025 Skills Day season



    IAM RoadSmart aims to make safer driving and riding accessible for all by adding Knockhill and Bicester to the events calendar, as well as providing places for young people funded by the ‘Big Give’ campaign.
    Circuit training by the UK’s leading road safety charity will be coming to two new venues this year - Knockhill Racing Circuit in Fife and Bicester Heritage Centre in Oxfordshire.

  • One in two motorists pulled over on suspicion of drug-driving fail roadside drug tests as number of fatalities rises

    One in two motorists pulled over on suspicion of drug-driving fail roadside drug tests as number of fatalities rises

    One in two motorists pulled over on suspicion of drug-driving fail roadside drug tests as number of fatalities rises
    The number of deceased drivers with ‘impairment drugs’ present has increased by over 70% from 2014 to 2022, leading to concerns from road safety organisation that drug users continue to get behind the wheel despite the dangers
    One in two motorists pulled over on suspicion of d

  • IAM RoadSmart issues warnings ahead of Storm Eowyn (Updated following Red Warning)

    IAM RoadSmart issues warnings ahead of Storm Eowyn (Updated following Red Warning)

    Red and Amber warnings have been issued for parts of the UK on Friday, with the Met Office cautioning that strong winds could pose a "danger to life" due to flying debris
    IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “Storm Éowyn will bring a period of very strong winds to Northern Ireland, northern England and central and southern parts of Scotland. Where red warnings have

  • Former police officer who has dedicated 40 years to road safety awarded an MBE for services to motorcycle road safety

    Former police officer who has dedicated 40 years to road safety awarded an MBE for services to motorcycle road safety

    A motorcyclist and former police officer from Gloucester has been named on the King’s New Year’s Honours list for his outstanding contributions to road safety.
    Simon Ross, 60, has spent 40 years volunteering for road safety charities before joining IAM RoadSmart, where he was Chief Observer of both Gloucestershire Groups before becoming an Examiner, coaching people to pass their Advanced Rider

  • IAM RoadSmart issues warnings ahead of heavy snow and ice after Met Office amber alert for the South West

    IAM RoadSmart issues warnings ahead of heavy snow and ice after Met Office amber alert for the South West

    Significant snowfall expected to cause major disruption across the South West as amber alerts are announced by the Met Office

    IAM RoadSmart Southern Regional Manager Shaun Cronin says, "I urge all drivers and riders in the Southwest to exercise extreme caution. With the forecasted snow and low temperatures, be well prepared before you set out. Ensure your vehicle is winter-ready, check your

  • Buckle Up for Safety: Make a New Year's Resolution to Always Wear Your Seat Belt!

    Buckle Up for Safety: Make a New Year's Resolution to Always Wear Your Seat Belt!


    As we step into 2025, make a new resolution to prioritise your safety on the roads. Recent **government statistics reveal that nearly a quarter of those who lost their lives on Britain's roads last year were not wearing seat belts.


    Here are some top tips to keep you and your family safely strapped in:


    Always Buckle Up: Make it a habit to buckle up every time you g

  • IAM RoadSmart issues warnings ahead of heavy snow and ice

    IAM RoadSmart issues warnings ahead of heavy snow and ice

    Significant snowfall and freezing rain expected to cause major disruptions as amber alerts are announced by the Met Office

    Richard Gladman, IAM RoadSmart Chief Examiner, said: "With snow predicted to fall this weekend, we're urging motorists to plan ahead and think about whether that journey is really necessary. Driving conditions are likely to be challenging, with the added danger of ice.

  • REACTION: IAM RoadSmart welcomes government investment in roads

    REACTION: IAM RoadSmart welcomes government investment in roads

    IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “This record funding settlement will bring some festive cheer for motorists and cyclists alike. The emphasis is often on the nuisance and cost implications of potholes, but for many, particularly motorcyclists and pedal cyclists, poorly maintained roads are huge safety risk. While this level of funding will need maintaining for sev

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