Vision Zero - West Yorkshire

Vision Zero is a partnership approach to road safety management. It is based on the belief that no death or serious injury is acceptable on roads.

[Vision Zero - West Yorkshire @VisionZeroWY]

Safety on the region’s roads is improving 2 years on from the launch of the West Yorkshire Vision Zero Strategy.

The strategy aims to reduce all road deaths and serious injuries to zero by 2040.

2 years in and serious collisions have reduced.

Read more https://t.co/S49JS6gz8s

[Drive Insured @DriveInsured]

Today marks the start of this year's second #OpDriveInsured26, a week-long national road safety campaign cracking down on uninsured drivers.

Is your vehicle showing as insured? Check for free: https://t.co/mE1bgexZao

#DriveInsured #RoadSafety

[Vision Zero - West Yorkshire @VisionZeroWY]

This #Halloween make sure you avoid the Fatal Five!

The Fatal Five are the top factors that contribute to serious road traffic collisions:
- Careless driving
- Drink and drug driving
- Not wearing a seatbelt
- Using a mobile phone
- Speeding

[Vision Zero - West Yorkshire @VisionZeroWY]

A few extra MPH can feel harmless. But creeping over the limit, taking a bend too fast or driving too fast for the conditions can change everything.

Check your speed before a small decision leads to much bigger consequences.

Speed. Check it or regret it. #THINK!

[Vision Zero - West Yorkshire @VisionZeroWY]

It’s time to be bright and be seen as the clocks go back this weekend.

In October 2025, 3 people were killed and 87 were seriously injured on our roads.

We're urging everybody to do all they can to keep our roads safe.

[Vision Zero - West Yorkshire @VisionZeroWY]

Save money, increase safety 👍

Well maintained tyres mean:
🚗Best steering and braking
📈Fuel efficiency
🚘They last longer!

#TyreSafetyMonth

[Vision Zero - West Yorkshire @VisionZeroWY]

West Yorkshire Police trials world’s first Nitrous Oxide breathalyser test.

If the trial is successful, it could see motorists prosecuted for drug driving offences in the future.

https://t.co/PvYafa1uwY

[Kim Leadbeater MBE MP @kimleadbeater]

Well done #NorthernIreland👏🏻 The evidence is clear - Graduated Driving Licenses save lives. I’ll continue to work with @VisionZeroWY @alison_4life @ian_m_greenwood and campaigners on this hugely important issue #GDLs #VisionZero #RoadSafety

[TyreSafe @Tyresafe]

Think you can stop safely? New TyreSafe research says 83% of drivers believe they’re in control of their stopping distance, but just 6% correctly understand how much extra distance is needed in the wet at motorway speeds.

Check your tyres using ACT:
Air pressure. Condition. Tread depth.

Act before you REact.

Read more here: https://t.co/IDJjiiFGA1

#TyreSafetyMonth #TyreSafety

[Vision Zero - West Yorkshire @VisionZeroWY]

Graduated Driving Licences will save lives so we’re pushing for their introduction locally.

Today Northern Ireland have brought them in and we hope to follow suit.

GDL would reduce risks to new drivers, passengers and other road users.

[BBC News (UK) @BBCNews]

Northern Ireland's young drivers first in UK to get new driving licensing laws https://t.co/erXGyiUO09

[Vision Zero - West Yorkshire @VisionZeroWY]

No child was killed on West Yorkshire's roads during the last 12 months, new figures have shown.

As children return to school this September, West Yorkshire Vision Zero is urging drivers, parents, carers, and communities to help keep that progress going.

https://t.co/Mye9xpJjop

[Vision Zero - West Yorkshire @VisionZeroWY]

1,210 people were seriously injured on our roads last year. It’s crucial that anyone impacted receives the care they need.

@DayOneTrauma and Major Trauma Awareness Week are so important. Victims need to know what support is available so please get involved and spread the word.

[Vision Zero - West Yorkshire @VisionZeroWY]

We’re seeing the benefits of Vision Zero 👍

Our Chair @DeputyMayorPCWY spoke at our annual event about the difference made since launching two years ago.

Next year’s Vision Zero event will take place in Kirklees on 5th August. More details to follow.

[Vision Zero - West Yorkshire @VisionZeroWY]

It’s Emergency Services Day!

Make sure you show your support for all of the fantastic people who keep us all safe.

The emergency services are a crucial part Vision Zero working together to end road death and serious injuries.

A big thank you from us 👏
#999Day

[Vision Zero - West Yorkshire @VisionZeroWY]

Free online training course on child car seat safety 👍

For professionals such as anyone who works with children and families, as well as those involved in the transportation of children in their day to day roles 🚍

➡️To find out more and book, email [email protected]

[Vision Zero - West Yorkshire @VisionZeroWY]

⚠️Don’t put drugs in the driving seat ⚠️

20 people were killed and 180 seriously injured in the county as a result of drivers under the influence of drugs over the last 5 years.

Drug driving is a choice and a choice easily not made.

https://t.co/lWr6eORUdR

[Vision Zero - West Yorkshire @VisionZeroWY]

Used an e-bike or know someone who has? ⚡️🚲

Share your experiences for a chance to win an online shopping voucher.

Visit https://t.co/w7YwkLrGNi

Survey closes 9am on 24th August.

[Vision Zero - West Yorkshire @VisionZeroWY]

We’re clear that more can and should be done for victims of road traffic collisions and their families.

We welcome the renewed focus on this area through the new report and support the recommendations.

Read our full response at https://t.co/xL2UyGXtOB

[Victims' Commissioner for England & Wales @VictimsComm]

Behind every road crime stat is a grieving family 'left in the dark'.

Too often, victims' and bereaved families' pain is compounded by long delays, poor communication, and a lack of dedicated support.

🔗Read my latest report: https://t.co/sPs5s1mOaw

[Vision Zero - West Yorkshire @VisionZeroWY]

@_AshH8 @Visionzeronet Hi, if you read the piece you will see that there were less crashes.

Whilst deaths did unfortunately rise when compared to last year, overall serious crashes reduced with serious injuries falling by 68.

[Vision Zero - West Yorkshire @VisionZeroWY]

We’ve heard from Alison Lowe, @DeputyMayorPCWY and Chair of the West Yorkshire Vision Zero Board.

We’ve made progress in reducing serious collisions and we will continue to work towards stopping them altogether by 2040.

We all have a role!

Find out more https://t.co/S49JS6gz8s

[Vision Zero - West Yorkshire @VisionZeroWY]

Our event in Halifax is in full swing!

We’ve shortly got the West Yorkshire Police band joining us for some live music too.

Come join us at People’s Park. We’ve got a scavenger hunt, crafts, emergency service vehicles, balance bikes and so much more!

https://t.co/zjvbNNNqle