Common reasons give for speeding include: 👉 Running late 👉 Being familiar with the road or route 👉 Not knowing the speed limit It's just not worth the risk. For more on speeding and the #FatalFive, visit: somersetroadsafety.org/fatal-five/ Avon and Somerset Police ASPolice Roads Policing (RPU) Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service

Here are some common reasons people often give for speeding - it's never worth the risk. #FatalFive

Driving to a festival this summer? Do some basic checks to make sure your car is safe to drive. Not sure where to start? Think FLOWERS! 🌻🚗 Find a maintenance checklist at👉 somersetroadsafety.org/drivers/mainta… Somerset Road Safety #Glastonbury2024 Glastonbury Festival Glastonbury Police GlastoInfo

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Save Bromley Picturehouse - Sign the Petition! chng.it/PHVDRxm8vW via Change.org @ArtDecoSocUK

Now that's a red wine Winesolution #shiraz #mouverde #grenache

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A video resource, grounded in behavioural change theory, has been developed to help reduce the use of hands-free phones by professional drivers, by debunking the myth that it is safer than using a hand-held device. roadsafetygb.org.uk/news/video-rel… 🔗 The Road Safety Trust Kier Group

A collision could happen to anyone, no matter how experienced a driver you are. You only have to lose control once. Slow down on Scotland's roads. Learn more at roadsafety.scot/speed #ArriveAlive

Here's your reminder this #RoadSafetyWeek to avoid alcohol if you're getting behind the wheel. Don't risk your licence - or even injuring yourself and others. #DrinkALittleRiskALot

Think you’re okay to drive after a drink? Alcohol’s effects vary with your size, age, stress levels—even what you had for dinner. Don’t risk it. #DrinkALittleRiskALot

Going out tonight? Think about what’s at stake if you drink and drive—not just your licence, but your job and career too. #DrinkALittleRiskALot

(1/2) ❄️ There is a yellow weather warning for freezing rain and some snow in parts of #Somerset this weekend, starting midday, Sat 4 Jan. Look out for anyone close to you who might struggle with the drop in temperature - do they have enough food and medicine?

⚠️❄️ The Met Office have a yellow warning for snow in place for parts of #Somerset tomorrow, Wed 8 Jan, 9am to midnight. If you are travelling, please drive to the conditions. Expect ice after freezing temperatures overnight - keep back from the vehicle in front and slow down.

Wearing a seat belt reduces the risk of death for drivers by 50% and yet 4 unbelted young people were killed or seriously injured every week in 2022. Something as simple as clicking your seat belt could save your life, and the lives of your friends.

There's excitement in Somerset today as Somerset Council Waste Services have announced that local residents can now include toothpaste tubes in their blue recycling bags. Our Senior Resource Management Specialist, Adam Herriott joined Charlie Taylor on @BBCSomerset to share the work we've been

43% of young car passenger fatalities are unbelted. We're supporting THINK! Road Safety with their #CLICK campaign, to remind people to always wear their seat belt, no matter the journey.

Ches is making a difference as a volunteer driver. This year, so could you! Interested? Find out more 👇 orlo.uk/bThTw

Since the start of 2023, 121 road users in Avon and Somerset have lost their lives in fatal road traffic collisions. The vast majority of these involved one or more of the Fatal Five. The choices we make behind the wheel matter.

Missed out on #Glasto tickets? There's more to #Somerset than just the best festival in the world! 😉 Why not take a trip to Somerset to explore the stunning landscapes and historic charm instead? You might even find a hidden gem that beats the festival buzz! ✨