Road Safety

Qualified Drivers

Road accidents are the biggest cause of accidental death and serious injury. Although experienced drivers have less accidents than inexperienced drivers, it is important for all road users to stay aware of the dangers that exist while driving.

Here are a few points to remember to reduce the risk of an accident:

Visit your optician for regular eye checks
Keep the windscreen clean to reduce the effect of glare
Plan your journey leaving more time
Never drive more than 2 hours without a break
To relieve sleepiness, let fresh air into the vehicle, listen to the radio, or talk even if it is to yourself!
Do not start your journey when tired or unwell
Avoid alcohol when driving
Find out how medicines (prescribed or unprescribed) affect driving
Leave a big enough gap in front of you - 'only a fool breaks the 2 second rule'
Read the latest Highway Code - signs and laws change
Consider taking advanced driving tuition

By law, all drivers are required to inform the DVLA about any illness or disability that may affect their ability to drive, either now or because of a worsening condition in the future.