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Could changes to the driving test improve road safety?

20/07/2016 by Fiona Pawsey in Road Traffic Law

The proposed changes to the Driving test to improve road safety On the 14th of July the DVSA launched a consultation on changes to the driving test. Lesley Young (the Chief Driving Examiner for DVSA) wants to make changes to the UK’s driving exam format to improve road safety. The […]

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Raising the standard of MOT testing

20/07/2016 by Fiona Pawsey in Road Traffic Law

Raising the standard of MOT testing to improve road safety Plans have been revealed to improve road safety and give road users a better service when they take their vehicle for its MOT. The DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) is introducing: ~A qualification for new MOT testers and managers […]

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5 Top Tips For Summer Driving

28/06/2016 by Fiona Pawsey in Road Traffic Law

5 top tips for summer driving The summer holidays are nearly upon us. If you’re planning a road trip this summer, it’s very important to make sure that you and your car are prepared. So here are 5 top tips for safe summer driving. Punctures If your tyres are at […]

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Are you fit to drive?

24/05/2016 by Fiona Pawsey in Funny Law Friday / Road Traffic Law

Driving requires a level of skill and the ability to interact with both the vehicle and the external environment. Rule 90, 91, 92, 93 and 94 of The Highway Code states the different factors that can affect a person’s ability to drive safely. Safe driving requires some of the following: […]

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What to do at the scene of an accident

17/05/2016 by Fiona Pawsey in Road Traffic Law

Photo credit: jf01350 via Visualhunt / CC BY Rule 283 If you are involved in a crash or stop to give assistance at the scene of an accident you should: Warn others: Park your vehicle and then turn your hazard lights on, ideally facing approaching traffic. Also if you have […]

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Rule 185

27/04/2016 by Angie Newnham in Road Traffic Law

Rule 185 When reaching the roundabout you should give priority to traffic approaching from your right, unless directed otherwise by signs, road markings or traffic lights check whether road markings allow you to enter the roundabout without giving way. If so, proceed, but still look to the right before joining […]

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Category: Road Traffic Law

Could changes to the driving test improve road safety?

Raising the standard of MOT testing

5 Top Tips For Summer Driving

Are you fit to drive?

What to do at the scene of an accident

Rule 185