My Red Thumb

A multi-agency road safety campaign to raise the awareness of the risks of distractions whilst driving. Next #MyRedThumb Day - Wednesday 12th May 2021

[National Highways @NationalHways]

Don't ignore the Red ❌. It's there for your safety and the safety of others, including traffic officers, police, roadworkers, recovery operators and emergency services - and it's illegal to ignore!

▶️ https://t.co/4m7IdpJbB2

#KeepUsAllMoving

[Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service @DSFireUpdates]

Today we remember Her Majesty the Queen. We will honour her extraordinary life and legacy.

Her lifelong service to our country was an inspirational example to us all. Our deepest sympathies remain with the Royal family and those closest to her.

[My Red Thumb @MyRedThumb]

@Ex_arv_sgt Always with you Harry and our support for all the emergency services. All the best mate.

[Devon & Cornwall Police @DC_Police]

We’re hiring!

With a range of police officer and police staff posts available you can help make a difference in your community.

Find out more about careers in our Police Force (https://t.co/n90oNCpdon)

Good luck!

[My Red Thumb @MyRedThumb]

If you kill someone whilst using your mobile phone the courts now have the power to hand out a life sentence to any offenders under new legislation.

[Road Safety GB @Road_Safety_GB]

Drivers who kill could face life sentences under new legislation coming into effect tomorrow.

📰 https://t.co/ocys2Zi3ty

#RSGB

[Road Safety Wales @RoadSafetyWales]

If you’re considering leaving the car at home and commuting to work by bike, try doing so a few times a week at first and work up to each day as you get fitter.

You may also find it makes you more aware of cyclists on the occasions you drive.

[THINK! Road Safety @THINKgovuk]

We're launching a new campaign to tackle handheld phone use among young drivers.

If a friend has their hands on the wheel remind them to keep their #HandsOffThePhone. No matter what the group chat’s saying.

Find out more: https://t.co/1QCDTV6jPW

[Vision Zero South West @VisionZeroSW]

🚌 @DC_Police Officers have been using a double decker @plymouthbus to spot drivers breaking the law

👮"Drivers in Devon and Cornwall can expect to see more innovative operations like this"

Full story here: https://t.co/nOSNjUogVk

@DC_RPT @Adrianleisk @plymouthpolice

[My Red Thumb @MyRedThumb]

@dansearle79 @DSFireBen Let's hope they don't all active at the same time!

[Learn 2 Live @Learn2Live2]

RED WARNING for the South West please listen to local radio for updates and heed the warnings. Only drive tomorrow if its really nessessary @MyRedThumb

[Vision Zero South West @VisionZeroSW]

⚠ THE @HighwayCodeGB HAS CHANGED ⚠

If you drive a larger vehicle like a car 🚗, van 🚐 or lorry 🚛 you now have a greater responsibility to reduce the risk to more vulnerable road users

✅ Test yourself here: https://t.co/2aacK6zD2x

@DC_Police @DC_RPT @AssocPCCs @Learn2Live2

[Vision Zero South West @VisionZeroSW]

⚠ THE @HighwayCodeGB HAS CHANGED ⚠

⛔️Priorities for pedestrians 🚶 and cyclists 🚴‍♀️ have changed - could you answer the question in this video? 🎥👇

✅ Test yourself here: https://t.co/2aacK6zD2x

@ExeterCycling @WeAreCyclingUK @DC_Police @DC_RPT @DC_NoExcuse @AssocPCCs

[South Yorkshire Safer Roads Partnership (SYSRP) @SYSaferRoads]

Unsure of the current mobile phone laws? Using a handheld mobile phone when driving or riding is both dangerous and illegal. The law still applies when stopped at traffic lights or queuing in traffic: https://t.co/8N9ROwuMjp
#Mobile #cycling #lawtwitter #RULES @MikeyCycling

[My Red Thumb @MyRedThumb]

New Laws will come in 2022 to close some of the current loopholes in mobile phones use whilst driving and increased fines for repeat offenders

[Motor Trade News @UnicomInsurance]

Use of mobile phones when driving banned: new UK law to close loopholes
https://t.co/qsngbAeYeS
#motortrade #motortradenews #insurance
Follow us for MULTIPLE great pro-motor-trade posts like this EVERY DAY!

[Vision Zero South West @VisionZeroSW]

Ever wondered what happens if you’re caught drink or drug driving by @DC_Police ?

The guys at the GCM YouTube channel went to Exeter Police Station to find out: https://t.co/4qqdRMo5k1

#dontdrinkanddrive #VisionZero
#roadsafety

[My Red Thumb @MyRedThumb]

At the start of #RoadSafetyWeek we think our #roadsafetyheros are our followers on social media. The sharing of our messages and your support to STOP mobile phone use whilst driving is key to keeping people safe - THANK YOU! @Brakecharity

[My Red Thumb @MyRedThumb]

@MyRedThumb & @Learn2Live2 will be supporting #RoadSafetyWeek follow our pages and @Brakecharity for more info and tweets

[My Red Thumb @MyRedThumb]

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