Be extra alert on roads during darker months
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All road users are urged to be extra alert on the roads over the coming months. We should all pay attention in the worsening weather conditions and the darker evenings during late autumn and winter.
Road safety advice
While visibility decreases in winter months, stopping distances increase.
If you're a driver you should:
- adjust your speed
- think about how the conditions affect more vulnerable road users
- slow down and pay attention, especially around schools buses when children are getting on and off
- be extra vigilant for people walking, cycling or riding a motorbike - they are much more difficult to see, particularly in the dark
Cyclists, motorcyclists, and pedestrians (including children) should take extra precautions by making sure they increase their own visibility to drivers by wearing bright, fluorescent and reflective clothing.
Be careful that headphones don’t distract you from your surroundings and the actions of other people.
You can get more information about road safety at this link:
Everyone needs to play their part and take responsibility for road safety.