🛴 The Future of E-Scooters: What Comes Next for Safety & Regulation? Five years into the UK’s rental e-scooter trials, their future remains uncertain. With usage—both legal and illegal—continuing to rise, the need for clear regulation and action on safety is more pressing than

How can vehicle technology make roads safer? Session 1 of the PACTS Spring Conference explored the future of vehicle safety with insights from leading experts: - Richard Cuerden (TRL) – The latest safety technologies and when we’ll see their impact - Matthew Avery (Trucks Euro

🚦 New Report: 20mph Speed Limits & Public Health A new research briefing from the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology (POST) explores how 20mph speed interventions affect road safety, health outcomes, and health equity. 📉 Key takeaways: ▪️ 20mph zones (with

PACTS and Road Safety GB have joined forces to support local road safety partnerships and transport authorities in implementing the Safe System approach. We’re excited to launch the Safe System Practitioner Network – a growing hub where road safety strategies, case studies, and

🚲 Improving E-Scooter Safety – ETSC PIN Talk 🚲 On 13 May, PACTS Deputy Executive Director Margaret Winchcomb will speak at the European Transport Safety Council (ETSC) PIN Talk on the under reporting of e-scooter casualties. This event will explore how vehicle design and road

How can technology predict, prevent, and respond to road crashes? The final session of the PACTS Spring Conference examined pre- and post-collision interventions that can save lives: - Lorna Payne (AISIN Mobility) – Can data predict road collisions before they happen? Richard

This Volunteers' Week, we extend our gratitude to the incredible volunteers who are the backbone of PACTS. Our Trustees and Working Party Chairs and vice-Chairs generously donate their time, expertise, and passion to advance transport safety across the UK. Their unwavering

Cycling is more than a mode of transport—it's a pathway to safer, healthier, and more sustainable communities 🚲 At PACTS, we’re proud to work with members like The Bikeability Trust, The Bicycle Association and Cycling UK to support active travel and ensure cycling is

🚛 New Report: The Hidden Diabetes Crisis in UK Road Transport Thousands of commercial drivers may be unknowingly living with type 2 diabetes — posing risks not only to their health but to road safety nationwide. PACTS is pleased to support the launch of “Hiding in Plain

🚦 Member Spotlight: The Road Safety Trust This month, we’re highlighting The Road Safety Trust — a valued PACTS member and the UK’s largest independent road safety grant funder. Since 2016, the Trust has supported over 120 projects with more than £12 million, backing research,

🌟 It’s Small Charity Week! This week we’re celebrating the work of small charities across the UK — including our own. As a small charity working to make transport safer across road, rail and air, PACTS is proud to champion evidence-based change that saves lives. We may be a

Congratulations to Norway, recognised by European Transport Safety Council (ETSC) for its outstanding progress in reducing road deaths and its long-term commitment to the Safe System. With just 16 road deaths per million inhabitants in 2024 in Norway continues to set the

Recent testing of children’s bike helmets by Trygg Trafikk and Tryg Forsikring in Norway has shown that when it comes to safety, helmets with MIPS (multi-directional impact protection system) are the best option. By building the helmet with a low-friction layer, designed to move

Last Thursday, the PACTS Council of Members met at the House of Commons for a packed and productive session. We were pleased to welcome Ruth Cadbury MP, Chair of the Transport Select Committee, who outlined plans for the committee's inquiry following the publication of the

🚨 E-scooter rental trials extended to 2028 — with new areas invited to apply The Department for Transport has announced an extension of the e-scooter trials programme to May 2028, offering local authorities a new opportunity to launch rental trials in their area. This move is

Join us in celebrating the UK's biggest cycling commuting event! Cycle to Work Day encourages everyone—from seasoned cyclists to first-timers—to experience the benefits of cycling to work 🚴‍♂️ Why cycle to work? Health: Boost your physical and mental well-being. Environment:

The case for 20 mph zones just strengthened 🚸 theguardian.com/commentisfree/… New long-term research from Transport for London shows a 34% reduction in road fatalities and serious injuries after 20 mph limits were introduced, including a 75% drop in child deaths. In Wales, the first

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Why do some papers and political figures think making our roads safer and nicer places constitutes a ‘war on motorists’? telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/08/1… Research on Low Traffic Neighbourhood implementation in London between 2015 and 2024 showed a 35% decrease in all injuries and a 37%

PACTS membership brings together a powerful network: 🚸 Local authorities ✈️ Industry experts 🚆 Transport operators 🎓 Academic institutions 🏛️ Government agencies Join our multi-sector community committed to saving lives and creating a safer, more sustainable future. Through