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  • THINK! drink drive campaign wins prestigious award

    Prince Michael International Road Safety Premier Award presented to the government's THINK! campaign.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Prince Michael International Road Safety Awards address

    Speech highlighting the importance of road safety and the success of the THINK! and SHARP campaigns which were recognised for awards.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Changes to operator licence financial standing limits to apply from 1 January

    Operator licence applicants and existing licence holders will be assessed against new financial standing levels in 2014.

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  • Cycling networks fit for growth

    Discusses cycle visions, plans, current practices and benefits.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New rules for MOT to test for diesel particulate filter

    Diesel particulate filter check now required as part of MOT test.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • THINK! highlights ‘snowball effect’ of drink-driving

    THINK! campaign shows consequences of drink drive conviction on future employment.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • 8th Fleet Hero Awards

    Fleets are leading the way on showing that by saving energy you can save money and still deliver a high quality service to the customer.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Public policy exchange event

    Video address mentioning driving speed limits, road safety, local sustainable transport funding, on-the-spot penalties and drug driving.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation: 75th anniversary

    Congratulatory speech with references to Highways Maintenance Efficiency Programme, 'Pothole review' reports and future plans.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • SHARP helmet rating scheme wins two awards

    The safety helmet assessment and rating programme has won two prestigious road safety awards.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Removal of the address from the Driver tachograph card

    To reduce unnecessary red tape Driver tachograph cards issued from early December 2013, will no longer display an address.

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  • Larger loads could boost farming production

    Tractor travel speeds and increased agricultural weight limits consultation released.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Making Britain number one for ultra low emission vehicles

    Deputy Prime Minister calls on industry to help UK accelerate demand.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Make time for winter: advice to motorists

    Motorists are being urged to 'make time for winter' to avoid motoring problems and to stay safe during severe weather.

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  • Commercial vehicle forum 2013

    Discussing plans for the road network.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • E-car club event

    Discuses the future and benefits of ultra low carbon vehicles and greener practices.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Cycle safety campaign launched in key UK cities

    Campaign for cycle safety released in Leeds, Manchester, Bristol, Birmingham and Cambridge.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Motorists warned about dangers of untreated obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome

    Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) affects 5% of the population, but is often undiagnosed.

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  • Record number of motorists go digital to tax their vehicles

    More motorists than ever before are using GOV.UK to tax their vehicles.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Providing DSA tests only in national languages: response to consultation

    Changes are being made to improve road safety and social cohesion, whilst reducing fraud and costs.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government