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If you're lucky enough to not be working this weekend then we have planned out your to-do list for today. The next webinar in our "Safer Streets for All; Protecting Vulnerable Road Users" series is at 11am on March 30th. We have a great line up of guests as we look at the top priorities for safe streets for all, how we use data, where the gaps are and the importance of undereporting and lived experience. Make sure registering for this free event is at the top of your to-do list today. Register here; ukroed.org.uk/2526register4

Our free webinar in the Safer Streets for All; Protecting Vulnerable Road Users is on March 30th at 11am. The 6th and final guest in our line up is Dr Santiago Amietta You can register to attend this not to miss event by following the link below; ukroed.org.uk/2526register4

The next guest in our fantastic line up for our free webinar on March 30th is Simon Gardner BEd (HONS), FCILT, FARRM, AfCGI. The whole panel have a wide range of skills and experiences to bring to the discussion on our topic of Safe Streets for All; Protecting Vulnerable Road Users Register to attend here; ukroed.org.uk/2526register4

Cyclists are one of the most vulnerable road users. We are delighted to be able to welcome Duncan Dollimore from Cycling UK to our free webinar on 30th March. You can register to join the event by following this link; ukroed.org.uk/2526register4

During our free webinar on 30th March we will by joined by Dr Rachel Lee as we discuss topics around our main theme 'Safer Streets for All; Protecting Vulnerable Road Users You can register to attend the event here; ukroed.org.uk/2526register4

Also joining us on 30th March for our free webinar 'Safer Streets for All; Protecting Vulnerable Road Users is Professor Charles Musselwhite Head of Psychology at Prifysgol Aberystwyth University To join us you simply need to register your wish to attend by visiting this link; ukroed.org.uk/2526register4

We host the next webinar in our 'Safer Streets for All; Protecting Vulnerable Road Users' series on 30th March at 11am. We will hear from a number of guests including Alan Hiscox Director of Safety at The British Horse Society This event is free. You simply need to register to attend by following this link; ukroed.org.uk/2526register4

Safe Streets for All: Protecting Vulnerable Road Users 11am - March 30th You will be able to hear about the importance of underreporting and lived experience from our line up of expert guests. This event, as all our webinars have been, is totally free of charge. You need only visit the link below to register and then turn up on the day to learn and be inspired. ukroed.org.uk/2526register4

Does it seem to you that January lasts forever and February passes in a moment? Well here we are at the beginning of March and before you know it we will be at the end of March. Which is good as on March 30th at 11am is our next free webinar. So act now! We have a great line up of guests and will be looking at the Top Priorities for Safe Streets for All in our 'projecting vulnerable road users' series. You can sign up now to attend this event by following this link; ukroed.org.uk/2526register4

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As we wrap up our short visit looking at different speed signs here’s an interesting one. Compulsory or advisory? Normal speed limit signs and any sign bordered by a red circle are mostly prohibitive. Yet there is no red border on this “minimum” speed sign. Is it even enforceable? The answer is it is both compulsory and enforceable. The highway codes tells us that blue signs like this along with one way, keep left etc are “positive instructions”. The police could consider a fixed penalty offence of “failing to comply with a traffic sign”. However, driving too slowly could equally lead to a prosecution for driving without due care and attention or reasonable consideration for other road users even where there is no minimum speed requirement. For example; driving on the motorway at 30mph or driving at a very slow speed when the weather/road conditions do not demand it. These signs are quite rare. They may be found in tunnels where a minimum traffic flow is necessary.

Some more on speed limits. These are variable limit signs found on motorway. Are they advisory or compulsory? These are compulsory. Any speed limit within a red circle, (even without a white background like the normal sign) is compulsory. National speed limit signs mean and end to any earlier restrictions. What about a blank sign that comes after one that said a lower speed? Is that the end of the restriction or a continuation? It’s a continuation. The lowered variable speed limit (VSL) remains in place until another sign with a different speed or the national speed limit sign is displayed. More information from National Highways can be found here. nationalhighways.co.uk/road-safety/va…

As we continue to look at the different speed signs here is one you may see on the motorway. They can be a gantry sign or at times they can be a stand alone matrix board in the central reservation. Once again these signs are advisory informing you of the maximum safe speed due to the conditions such as traffic ahead, an obstruction, fog etc. In some cases the sign may show a word rather than a speed such as “Fog” or “Ice”

Is this a compulsory or advisory speed limit? Do you know the difference? The speed limit on a road where you see this sign could be 40, 50 or the national speed limit for your vehicle. This sign is advisory. It is the recommended fastest speed to negotiate the upcoming bend safely. This could be because of the sharpness of the bend, the road narrows, the risk of oncoming traffic being in the middle of the road or many other reasons. It may also be accompanied by additional warnings signs. Always remember that speed limits, whether advisory or compulsory, are limits not targets. Assess the conditions to the limits and if 20mph is the safest fastest speed…. drive at 20mph.

Following on from our post about speed limits yesterday. What information can you take in that will help to determine if the limit is 30mph? This does not cover every scenario but in many cases if you are in a built up area, there are streetlights and no signs or repeater signs then the speed limit is most likely 30mph * Things you can do. Check the road. The speed limit is sometimes painted onto the surface. Look down side roads. If the speed limit is above 30 then the side roads are likely to reduced to 30mph and will have signs showing the reduction. Top tips. Do not rely solely on satnav or online mapping tools for the speed limit for any given road. Do not rely entirely on ADAS systems. They can be wrong too. If in doubt stay safe until you know for sure. * In Wales and in many places in the England the speed limit may now be 20mph

Speed limits. Knowing what they are is easy isn't it? You see the sign, note the speed and drive at or below it depending on the conditions. Yet do you really know your speed limits? What if there are no signs? In such circumstances what information can you take from the road that may help to determine the speed limit? What about national speed limit signs? Did you know that the maximum limits vary subject to the vehicle you're driving? For example, you drive your car down a dual carriageway at 70mph. Then you hire a large van or you own a heavy motorhome. Still think it's 70 on the same road? There's a lot of info in The Highway Code that can help you understand the different limits for different vehicles on different roads. Don't let complacency catch you out. gov.uk/speed-limits

Have you been offered a speed awareness course? Got a question? Our FAQ is the best place to start The FAQ answers questions for the whole suite of courses we provide. ukroed.org.uk/faqs/