https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre Mynewsdesk RSS - Press releases, News, and Blog Posts. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre https://www.mynewsdesk.com/assets/graphics/logos/logo-small-9892f98564f91864075bd14001f8470f2f9bf254729c37044b4b1ac9b0db6b40.png 128 23 en 15 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:01:00 +0100 A freedom of information (FOI) request by road safety charity IAM RoadSmart to the DVLA revealed that there was a 32% increase in the number of drivers who were given points between 2022 and 2025. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/number-of-drivers-given-points-for-speeding-at-its-highest-in-four-years-3441504?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/number-of-drivers-given-points-for-speeding-at-its-highest-in-four-years-3441504?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0100 Young drivers and riders have the chance to improve their skills and boost their safety awareness at a road safety event taking place at Thruxton Circuit in Hampshire. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/road-safety-charity-offers-fully-funded-skills-days-to-young-drivers-and-riders-3439413?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/road-safety-charity-offers-fully-funded-skills-days-to-young-drivers-and-riders-3439413?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:30:22 +0000 https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/news/reaction-iam-roadsmart-responds-to-governments-motorway-and-major-road-upgrade-plans-507662?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/news/reaction-iam-roadsmart-responds-to-governments-motorway-and-major-road-upgrade-plans-507662?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:01:27 +0000 IAM RoadSmart issues response to newly released Home Office speeding offence statistics https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/news/reaction-iam-roadsmart-responds-to-new-government-figures-on-speeding-507317?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/news/reaction-iam-roadsmart-responds-to-new-government-figures-on-speeding-507317?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0000 https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/news/iam-roadsmart-responds-to-aia-annual-local-authority-road-maintenance-alarm-survey-506906?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/news/iam-roadsmart-responds-to-aia-annual-local-authority-road-maintenance-alarm-survey-506906?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0000 Research by the UK’s leading road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, found that 32 percent of respondents believe larger vehicles pose a greater risk to pedestrians. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/suvs-are-more-dangerous-to-pedestrians-than-smaller-vehicles-say-one-third-of-brits-3435034?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/suvs-are-more-dangerous-to-pedestrians-than-smaller-vehicles-say-one-third-of-brits-3435034?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0000 Motorcyclists across Scotland can look forward to a series of events this spring and summer, with the return of Rider Refinement and an IAM RoadSmart Skills Day at Knockhill Circuit. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/riders-in-scotland-urged-to-sign-up-to-new-events-promoting-motorcycle-safety-3432209?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/riders-in-scotland-urged-to-sign-up-to-new-events-promoting-motorcycle-safety-3432209?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:20:45 +0000 The Welsh Wonders IAM RoadSmart Experience is returning to one of North Wales’s most scenic regions, combining road safety with a fun day out.  https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/north-wales-driving-experience-puts-road-safety-in-the-spotlight-3431838?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/north-wales-driving-experience-puts-road-safety-in-the-spotlight-3431838?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0000 NI motorcyclists can sharpen their skills at a new County Antrim road safety event ahead of 2026. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/motorcycle-skills-session-helps-northern-ireland-riders-get-road-ready-for-2026-3430104?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/motorcycle-skills-session-helps-northern-ireland-riders-get-road-ready-for-2026-3430104?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Mon, 02 Feb 2026 11:30:24 +0000 For business fleets, 2025 has been yet another eventful year, with firms having to contend with a whole host of challenges, from higher maintenance and repair costs, to evolving regulations around safety. With 2026 now upon us, there are several key changes over the next 12 months that fleet decision makers must be aware of. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/blog_posts/what-2026-has-in-store-for-fleet-managers-124419?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/blog_posts/what-2026-has-in-store-for-fleet-managers-124419?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:00:55 +0000 IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “Evidence from around the world shows that a form of graduated driver licensing can reduce fatal and serious collisions among new drivers [...] https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/news/reaction-iam-roadsmart-welcomes-the-introduction-of-graduated-driver-licensing-in-northern-ireland-505560?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/news/reaction-iam-roadsmart-welcomes-the-introduction-of-graduated-driver-licensing-in-northern-ireland-505560?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:01:00 +0000 Instances of drug-drive reoffending have surged by more than 134 percent in the last four years revealing a system that is broken and in need of urgent reform, according to victims and road safety campaigners. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/drug-drive-reoffending-increases-by-134-percent-over-last-four-years-in-england-and-wales-3426896?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/drug-drive-reoffending-increases-by-134-percent-over-last-four-years-in-england-and-wales-3426896?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Tue, 13 Jan 2026 13:54:13 +0000 A passionate motoring enthusiast from Denbigh, Wales has been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours list for his exceptional dedication to improving road safety. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/dedicated-denbigh-volunteer-honoured-with-mbe-after-40-years-service-to-road-safety-3425916?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/dedicated-denbigh-volunteer-honoured-with-mbe-after-40-years-service-to-road-safety-3425916?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:10:51 +0000 https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/news/met-office-issues-rare-red-danger-to-life-alert-as-storm-goretti-barrels-towards-the-uk-504944?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/news/met-office-issues-rare-red-danger-to-life-alert-as-storm-goretti-barrels-towards-the-uk-504944?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Wed, 07 Jan 2026 00:01:00 +0000 IAM RoadSmart welcomes the Government's first road safety strategy in more than a decade. An emphasis on younger drivers and motorcycle safety is particularly positive, considering these are some of our most vulnerable road users. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/news/reaction-iam-roadsmart-welcomes-governments-new-road-safety-strategy-504856?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/news/reaction-iam-roadsmart-welcomes-governments-new-road-safety-strategy-504856?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Fri, 02 Jan 2026 11:06:59 +0000 https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/news/iam-roadsmart-issues-advisory-for-snow-and-ice-504765?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/news/iam-roadsmart-issues-advisory-for-snow-and-ice-504765?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Mon, 15 Dec 2025 15:21:24 +0000 https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/news/iam-roadsmart-responds-to-scottish-governments-national-speed-management-review-504401?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/news/iam-roadsmart-responds-to-scottish-governments-national-speed-management-review-504401?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Tue, 09 Dec 2025 11:25:14 +0000 Defying the odds, double-amputee dad Shaun Whiter completes a 13-mile run on prosthetic blades to support leading road safety charity IAM RoadSmart. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/double-amputee-who-lost-legs-in-road-traffic-collision-runs-half-marathon-to-raise-funds-for-road-safety-charity-3420731?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/double-amputee-who-lost-legs-in-road-traffic-collision-runs-half-marathon-to-raise-funds-for-road-safety-charity-3420731?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:38:45 +0000 https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/news/amber-weather-warnings-as-storm-bram-heads-to-parts-of-the-uk-504105?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/news/amber-weather-warnings-as-storm-bram-heads-to-parts-of-the-uk-504105?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:01:00 +0000 https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/nearly-half-of-young-drivers-illegally-use-phones-to-text-at-the-wheel-3420339?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/iam-roadsmarts-media-centre/pressreleases/nearly-half-of-young-drivers-illegally-use-phones-to-text-at-the-wheel-3420339?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news IAM RoadSmart’s Media Centre