IAM RoadSmart

The UK's leading road safety charity. We want to make our roads a better place by helping drivers & riders achieve confidence & safer, more economical journeys.

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We’re delighted to announce the appointment of Mark Armitage as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at IAM RoadSmart.

Mark has worked as interim CEO for the previous six months and before this was one of our Trustees.

He brings a wealth of experience from both the motoring and education sector having worked in senior roles for industry giants such as the RAC, Ford Motor Company, Autotech Group, Skillnet and the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI).

Read more: https://t.co/vKd3JLNLUR

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This Volunteers’ Week, we want to say a huge THANK YOU to our incredible volunteers 💙

In 2025, your dedication helped us upskill:
🚗 1,441 drivers
🏍️ 1,534 riders
👏 842 people through our Skills Days

Your time, energy and support continue to make a real difference in helping people build confidence, develop skills and create safer roads for everyone.

We couldn’t do it without you — thank you for everything you do! 🙌

#VolunteersWeek #ThankYouVolunteers #Community #SkillsForLife

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Shining a spotlight on one of our volunteers 💙

For more than 40 years, Mike Redfern-Jones has dedicated his time to volunteering with IAM RoadSmart and the North Wales Group of Advanced Motorists - supporting drivers, sharing knowledge, and helping people build confidence behind the wheel.

Inspired to give back after completing his own Advanced Driver course in 1985, Mike has spent decades guiding and encouraging others as an Observer and Secretary, helping road users become safer on the roads.

This year, his extraordinary commitment was recognised with an MBE in the King’s 2026 New Year Honours list for services to road safety. 👏

Thank you to all our volunteers this #VolunteersWeek2026 — your dedication changes lives. 🚗💙

#VolunteersWeek #RoadSafety #IAMRoadSmart #VolunteerRecognition

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🚗 Celebrating our volunteers this Volunteers’ Week 💛

We want to say a huge thank you to all the incredible volunteers who make IAM RoadSmart what it is.

From Group volunteers and supporters across the UK, to our Board of Trustees and Ambassadors, you play a vital role in helping make our roads safer for everyone. Your dedication not only improves driving and riding standards but also inspires others to build confidence and develop lifelong safe habits.

Thank you for everything you do – we couldn’t do it without you.

#VolunteersWeek #IAMRoadSmart #RoadSafety #MakingADifference

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Wishing a very Happy Pride Month to our volunteers, staff, and members who celebrate. 🌈

This month is an opportunity to celebrate individuality, uplift LGBTQ+ voices, and recognise the importance of creating inclusive communities where everyone feels welcome and respected.

Thank you for being part of ours. 🏳️‍🌈💜

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Take your driving to the next level at Croft Circuit🚗

Join us on Wednesday, 1 July, for our Car Skills Morning, a unique opportunity to develop advanced driving techniques with expert one-to-one instruction using your own car on track.

Whether you're a member or completely new to advanced driving, you'll gain practical skills, build confidence, and experience the thrill of learning at one of the UK’s most iconic circuits.

Book your place today👇🏻

https://t.co/XUmCa9BmRm

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Meet Simon, a true superhuman volunteer 🥳

Recently, our ASDM Carl was invited to a workshop delivered by Simon and Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service, focusing on guidance and support for older drivers🚗

Simon’s passion for saving lives and developing safer, better drivers is clear to see. After an incredible 42 years as a Special Constable, he also volunteers as a National Observer and with the East Anglia Air Ambulance.

Thank you, Simon, for your dedication, commitment, and continued service👏🏻

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Help choosing a course...

Whether you’re an existing member or completely new to us, our interactive quiz helps you find the course best suited to your needs, helping you improve your road skills > https://t.co/WMPZayibuY

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IAM RoadSmart in the news 📺

A record 5.6 million penalty points were handed to drivers last year, driven largely by speeding and other offences 🚗📸

The UK is believed to have more speed cameras per mile than anywhere else in Europe — but are they helping to make the roads safer?

Speaking to Channel 5's Vanessa show, Nicholas Lyes said: “Speed cameras are never popular — especially when you get caught by one. But they do save lives. Research shows the cameras currently in place have prevented between 350 and 750 deaths or serious injuries. The evidence is there.”

Watch here from 3:27 ⏱️👇
https://t.co/RU1tzXref4

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Dust off your Leathers 🏍️

At the end of April on a beautiful sunny morning in Knockhill, 77 customers attended ‘Dust off your Leathers’ - an event aimed at riders returning to the road after the winter season.

The day offered the chance to practise key techniques in a safe, controlled environment away from the pressures of public roads. Working with qualified instructors, participants were able to develop core riding skills such as cornering, overtaking, and braking.

The event was funded by Transport Scotland and in partnership with Police Scotland and Road Safety Scotland.

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Women riders within our community are mentors, Masters, Observers and volunteers. 💜

The Advanced Rider course is just the beginning. 🏍️

Join a community that’s here to support you - https://t.co/z6CBGPaKKQ

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IAM RoadSmart in the news 🗞️

🚨 IAM RoadSmart has launched a new petition calling for wire rope crash barriers to be removed from UK roads by the end of the decade.

The charity says 143 miles of cable barriers are still in use on roads in England, with similar systems remaining in Wales and Scotland. 🛣️

Policy Director Nicholas Lyes said, “These barriers should be replaced with safer Motorcyclist Protection Systems featuring protected posts.” 🏍️

Sign the petition here - 👇

https://t.co/COeFthljqx

https://t.co/Qj5jGq0ACZ

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Last week, our Regional Road Safety Manager, Stewart, met up with Graham Coutts (GC Driver Training), John Banks (Aberdeen Advanced Motorists) and Fraser Callaway to hear about an exciting new initiative in the Grampian area👏🏻

GC Driver Training, alongside Aberdeen and Gordon Advanced Motorists, are sponsoring recently qualified young drivers to take part in the IAM RoadSmart Advanced Driver Course🚗

It’s a brilliant project helping young drivers build confidence, develop advanced skills, and stay safer on the road. Thanks to everyone involved for supporting this great work.

If you are a young driver and interested in undertaking our Advanced Driver course, head to our website and explore more👉🏻 https://t.co/8MjgpAdGia

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Mike Redfern-Jones Awarded MBE for Road Safety Service! 🙌🤩

Mike Redfern-Jones from Denbigh, Wales, has spent more than 40 years volunteering for IAM RoadSmart and was named on the King’s 2026 New Year Honours list for his outstanding contributions to road safety.

He has been awarded a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for his work which includes volunteering with the North Wales Group of Advanced Motorists as both Observer and Secretary.

Mike, who is an electrician, began volunteering after being inspired to give back after taking his Advanced Driver course with IAM RoadSmart in 1985. He made it his mission to share his knowledge and experience to help other drivers stay safe on the roads.

Read more about Mike’s story > https://t.co/Z1IQct017N

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Meet Maria Petadilou – our latest National Observer volunteer!

ASDM, Carl Sturman, shared that Maria delivered an excellent briefing, observed session and demonstration ride. She is part of East London Advanced Motorcyclists and currently progressing through the Masters programme. 🏍️

We’re delighted for Maria and we look forward to the positive impact she will make! 👏🎉

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A couple of weeks ago, our ASDM, Scott, attended a condensed training weekend with RAMG🏍️

With fantastic weather, great riding, and multiple successful assessments throughout the weekend, it proved to be a hugely successful few days 👏🏻

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Join us in the safe and controlled paddock environment at Croft Circuit on Wednesday, 1 July, for our Machine Handling Day🏍️

The perfect opportunity to build confidence and discover what you and your motorcycle are truly capable of, all in a safe, controlled environment.

Just £105 for expert instruction at one of the UK’s most exciting circuits.

Book your place today: https://t.co/sf0DMX2qdp

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Better skills. Greater confidence. Safer rides. 🏍️

Discover more about our Advanced Rider course and how it can help improve your riding.

👉 https://t.co/RTd0R7sqxy

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For 70 years we’ve helped drivers and riders stay safer on the road. Now you can support that mission and have the chance to win up to £25,000 with the IAM RoadSmart Lottery🎉

Tickets are just £1 per week.

👉Play today: https://t.co/zWlWPrHeie

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IAM RoadSmart in the news 📺

⚠️🚗 Repeat drug-driving offenders are nearly five times more common than repeat drink-drivers.

Data obtained by the RAC shows 12,391 drivers were caught drug-driving at least three times between 2014 and July 2025 — compared with 2,553 repeat drink-drive offenders.

IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy Nicholas Lyes is calling for a national rehabilitation scheme for drug drivers.

Watch here at 1:21:11 👇

https://t.co/2YRAeH23Fw