Steering clear: The parking challenges drivers would rather avoid
One in three drivers (37%) say parallel parking is the toughest manoeuvre when looking for a space, according to new research.
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IAM RoadSmart successfully granted provisional licence to deliver National Driver Offender Retraining Scheme (NDORS) courses
· Road safety charity will be able to play a significant role in helping reduce reoffending on roads
Leading road safety charity IAM RoadSmart has become a provisionally licensed NDORS course provider entrusted to carry out national training schemes, it can announce today.
The NDORS scheme is a UK-wide system run on behalf of the police service that allows eligible motorists committ -
REACTION: IAM RoadSmart responds to the Chancellor's Budget Statement
Responding to the announcements in today's Budget, IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and External Communications Nicholas Lyes said: “Drivers and businesses will breathe a sigh of relief that the Chancellor has cancelled the proposed fuel duty hike planned for early next year. This would have proven extremely costly for those operating fleets who may have had to make difficult decisions to balance
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REACTION: IAM RoadSmart responds to Government announcement on roads resurfacing
Responding to the Department for Transport's announcement that almost 7,000 miles of road have been resurfaced in the last year, IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and External Communications Nicholas Lyes said: “It’s encouraging that we’re seeing a shift towards preventative rather than just reactive road maintenance. Every mile of resurfaced road means that drivers and motorcyclists can focus more
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REACTION: IAM RoadSmart responds to the UK Government's proposals for parking on private land
IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and External Communications Nicholas Lyes said: “It is welcome to see new protections put in place for drivers through a single code of practice; however, we would have liked to see a single appeals system and action against debt recovery organisations as part of the package. Ultimately, we need to get to a place where parking on private land is a seamless, straigh
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IAM RoadSmart urges Chancellor to postpone planned fuel duty rises
Small fleet operators could be up to £800 worse off if duty rise isn't cancelled
IAM RoadSmart, the UK’s largest road safety charity, has joined calls for the Chancellor of the Exchequer to postpone planned rises to fuel duty in a bid to alleviate pressure on business fleets.
From 1 January 2027, the Government is set to gradually reverse the temporary 5p-per-litre fuel duty cut first intr -
Prosecutions for being unfit to drive surge in just three years
Medically unfit driving endorsements have surged by more than 300% in four years, with the biggest increases among working-age drivers.
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IAM RoadSmart comments ahead of the introduction of Graduated Licensing in Northern Ireland
Ahead of the planned introduction of graduated driver licensing in Northern Ireland, IAM RoadSmart Road Safety Manager Bruce Steele said: “The introduction of Graduated Driver Licensing in Northern Ireland represents an important step towards making our roads safer and, most importantly, preventing the loss of life. Every person killed or seriously injured on our roads is a tragedy for their famil
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REACTION: IAM RoadSmart responds to new data revealing road collisions cost Britain more than £50bn a year
IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and External Communications Nicholas Lyes said: “Aside from the emotional devastation caused by road collisions, the cost to Britain in terms of lost output, insurance, damage, and medical costs is estimated to be more than £50bn a year. We call on the Government to be ambitious as it implements its road safety strategy as these figures show why investment in measu
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Road safety volunteers honoured by Nigel Mansell CBE at national awards
Annual awards recognise the dedication of more than 5,000 volunteers and 160 local groups across the UK Awards took place at iconic Silverstone in the charity’s 70thanniversary year with F1 Champion Nigel Mansell CBE attending
A national network of volunteers came together on Friday 18th September as IAM RoadSmart held its annual awards ceremony that celebrates the dedication and achievements -
F1 champion Nigel Mansell CBE undergoes a driving review
31 times grand-prix winner takes a Mature Driver Review to test his road driving skills in UK IAM RoadSmart calls for Government to increase support for older drivers wanting to stay safe behind the wheel
Former Formula One World Champion Nigel Mansell CBE has undertaken an IAM RoadSmart Mature Driver Review, while also backing calls for more support to help older motorists stay safe, co -
IAM RoadSmart launches new accreditation scheme to de-risk business driving
IAM RoadSmart, the UK’s largest road safety charity, has launched a professional accreditation programme designed to help organisations better understand and improve the way that they manage business driving risks.
Built around recognised industry best practice and aligned with the latest Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety (PACTS) work-related road safety framework, the IAM Roa -
Passenger restrictions top wish list of measures to improve young driver safety
More than half of drivers (57%) support nighttime restrictions on newly qualified drivers carrying passengers of a similar age, according to new research
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Charity provides free coaching for young drivers and riders
Young drivers and motorcyclists have benefited from fully funded driving and riding training, made possible through funds raised by IAM RoadSmart members and supporters.
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Over a third admit risky driving in summer footwear
It's the footwear of choice for beaches and barbecues, but new research reveals that over a third (35%) of motorists have also been behind the wheel this summer in flip-flops, sliders or open-back sandals - footwear road safety experts IAM RoadSmart say could potentially lead to the loss of control of a vehicle and road collisions.
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REACTION: IAM RoadSmart responds to new reported road casualties in Britain
IAM RoadSmart expresses concern over rising road casualties in Britain, particularly among motorcyclists. While drink-drive fatalities have decreased, high rates remain troubling. Urgent actions, including licensing reform and stricter enforcement, are necessary to enhance road safety and achieve government targets.
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Drug driving offences overtake drink driving for the first time
Drug driving offences up 28% since 2022, while drink driving convictions fall 17%, IAM RoadSmart analysis of DVLA data shows.
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REACTION: IAM RoadSmart responds to extended pub opening times
IAM RoadSmart warns that extended pub opening hours may lead to increased drink-driving risks after matches. Director Nicholas Lyes emphasises the importance of planning safe journeys home, using public transport or designated drivers, and allowing time for alcohol to get out of the system.
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New road safety initiative launched to support parents and guardians of novice drivers
Free evidence-based resources including practice guides, driving agreements and progress logbooks to support parents, guardians and new drivers Research shows parents and guardians are a key influence on novice driver safety
From today, parents can access free, evidence‑based resources to support new drivers in passing their test and developing safer driving behaviours.
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REACTION: IAM RoadSmart concerned by increase in motoring offences across Northern Ireland
IAM RoadSmart Safety Manager for Northern Ireland, Bruce Steele said: "Motoring offence detections have increased by 5% over the past year, with over 38,000 offences recorded across Northern Ireland. The continued prevalence of insurance, careless driving and speeding offences, coupled with a 48% rise in construction and use offences, shows there is still significant work to do to improve driver b
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