A series of e-learning modules for elected members across London with an interest in, and responsibility for road safety, is currently out for review and should be available early this year.
Author Archives: James Parker
Camden Police go undercover to target close passing motorists
Police officers in Camden are taking to two wheels and posing as commuters in a bid to catch drivers who do not leave a safe distance when overtaking cyclists.
Tread carefully when buying second hand tyres – Brent Council
Trying to save money by buying second hand ‘part worn’ tyres could ‘end up costing you your life’, according to research by Brent and Harrow Trading Standards’ officers.
James Cracknell launches Hillingdon’s latest road safety initiative
107 new CCTV cameras have been switched on at schools across Hillingdon under an initiative designed to monitor motorists’ behaviour and keep children safe as they travel to and from school.
London not ready for higher levels of walking and cycling
A new study by a group of Australian researchers has concluded that road networks in busy cities such as London are not conducive to higher levels of walking and cycling.
Mayor sets out measures to rid London of dangerous lorries
Sadiq Khan has announced ‘ground-breaking proposals’ for a new safety standard designed to remove the most dangerous heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) from the Capital’s roads.
‘State-of-the-art’ sensor technology installed on Hackney’s buses
Hackney Council’s new fleet of wheelchair accessible buses have been fitted with ‘state-of-the-art’ sensor technology which can detect cyclists and warn drivers.
Road users must end ‘turf war’ – James Cracknell
London Road Safety Council President James Cracknell has called for road users to end their ‘turf war’ to help improve safety on the Capital’s roads.
Boroughs to benefit from new cycling and walking investment
Walkers and cyclists in the London Boroughs of Kingston, Hackney and Croydon are set to benefit from new schemes in their respective areas.
More speakers confirmed for LRSC centenary conference
The agenda for the London Road Safety Council’s centenary conference is taking shape with two further presentations added to the schedule.










