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Excellence in Road Safety, Traffic Management and Enforcement
Excellence in Road Safety, Traffic Management and Enforcement
Excellence in Road Safety, Traffic Management and Enforcement
Submission Criteria
Previous Winner
A submission in this category should demonstrate
Examples of speed management, road safety education, road space reallocation projects (for example towards providing bus or cycle lanes or pedestrian/people space), paving and parking strategies and enforcement, and road pricing schemes.
Results such casualty reduction, improved journey reliability, modal shift and/or increase in patronage levels, active travel take-up, slower speeds, and congestion reduction.
Submission Criteria
Previous Winner
A submission in this category should demonstrate
Examples of speed management, road safety education, road space reallocation projects (for example towards providing bus or cycle lanes or pedestrian/people space), paving and parking strategies and enforcement, and road pricing schemes.
Results such casualty reduction, improved journey reliability, modal shift and/or increase in patronage levels, active travel take-up, slower speeds, and congestion reduction.
Submission Criteria
Previous Winner
A submission in this category should demonstrate
Examples of speed management, road safety education, road space reallocation projects (for example towards providing bus or cycle lanes or pedestrian/people space), paving and parking strategies and enforcement, and road pricing schemes.
Results such casualty reduction, improved journey reliability, modal shift and/or increase in patronage levels, active travel take-up, slower speeds, and congestion reduction.
Angus Council
NCN1 Carnoustie Active Travel Improvements Phase 2
Angus Council improved a hazardous 1.2km stretch of NCN1 near Carnoustie, previously shared by vehicles and non-motorised users with a poor surface and frequent pedestrian accidents. Working with Transport Scotland, Sustrans and Carnoustie Golf Links, the council created a segregated layout: a 2.75m vehicular road with passing places alongside a 2.75m shared-use path for walking, cycling and wheeling. A kerb upstand ensures safety and clarity. Opened in July 2024, the route is now fully lit and accessible to adaptive cycles and mobility aids. Since reopening, there have been zero pedestrian-vehicle conflicts or recorded accidents. The project demonstrates innovative engineering in a constrained corridor while delivering safety, inclusivity, and environmental improvements. It also encourages modal shift by providing a practical, sustainable alternative to car travel. By resolving long-standing risks and prioritising accessibility, the scheme sets a benchmark for rural active travel safety infrastructure.
Angus Council
NCN1 Carnoustie Active Travel Improvements Phase 2
Angus Council improved a hazardous 1.2km stretch of NCN1 near Carnoustie, previously shared by vehicles and non-motorised users with a poor surface and frequent pedestrian accidents. Working with Transport Scotland, Sustrans and Carnoustie Golf Links, the council created a segregated layout: a 2.75m vehicular road with passing places alongside a 2.75m shared-use path for walking, cycling and wheeling. A kerb upstand ensures safety and clarity. Opened in July 2024, the route is now fully lit and accessible to adaptive cycles and mobility aids. Since reopening, there have been zero pedestrian-vehicle conflicts or recorded accidents. The project demonstrates innovative engineering in a constrained corridor while delivering safety, inclusivity, and environmental improvements. It also encourages modal shift by providing a practical, sustainable alternative to car travel. By resolving long-standing risks and prioritising accessibility, the scheme sets a benchmark for rural active travel safety infrastructure.
Angus Council
NCN1 Carnoustie Active Travel Improvements Phase 2
Angus Council improved a hazardous 1.2km stretch of NCN1 near Carnoustie, previously shared by vehicles and non-motorised users with a poor surface and frequent pedestrian accidents. Working with Transport Scotland, Sustrans and Carnoustie Golf Links, the council created a segregated layout: a 2.75m vehicular road with passing places alongside a 2.75m shared-use path for walking, cycling and wheeling. A kerb upstand ensures safety and clarity. Opened in July 2024, the route is now fully lit and accessible to adaptive cycles and mobility aids. Since reopening, there have been zero pedestrian-vehicle conflicts or recorded accidents. The project demonstrates innovative engineering in a constrained corridor while delivering safety, inclusivity, and environmental improvements. It also encourages modal shift by providing a practical, sustainable alternative to car travel. By resolving long-standing risks and prioritising accessibility, the scheme sets a benchmark for rural active travel safety infrastructure.
Arriva UK Bus
Arriva Merseyside
Arriva Merseyside has delivered a wide-ranging programme to improve road safety and driver performance. A revised training policy intervenes earlier with at-risk drivers, embedding minimum driving hours into new starter training. Measures include fatigue-aware rostering, seasonal safety updates via the Blink app, peer support from “MyDrive Champions”, and enhanced telematics with targeted coaching. Health, fitness and drug/alcohol screening policies have also been strengthened. These initiatives have created a safer, more confident workforce, reflected in employee surveys where safety scored highest. The changes cut insurance costs by £173,000, reduced new-starter related claims by £113,000, and lowered claim cost per vehicle by 2.5%. Accident-related customer complaints fell by 46%, while downtime and depot disruption were minimised. By empowering staff and embedding safety culture, Arriva Merseyside has achieved significant operational and financial benefits, demonstrating how systematic investment in people and technology translates into safer, more resilient services.
Arriva UK Bus
Arriva Merseyside
Arriva Merseyside has delivered a wide-ranging programme to improve road safety and driver performance. A revised training policy intervenes earlier with at-risk drivers, embedding minimum driving hours into new starter training. Measures include fatigue-aware rostering, seasonal safety updates via the Blink app, peer support from “MyDrive Champions”, and enhanced telematics with targeted coaching. Health, fitness and drug/alcohol screening policies have also been strengthened. These initiatives have created a safer, more confident workforce, reflected in employee surveys where safety scored highest. The changes cut insurance costs by £173,000, reduced new-starter related claims by £113,000, and lowered claim cost per vehicle by 2.5%. Accident-related customer complaints fell by 46%, while downtime and depot disruption were minimised. By empowering staff and embedding safety culture, Arriva Merseyside has achieved significant operational and financial benefits, demonstrating how systematic investment in people and technology translates into safer, more resilient services.
Arriva UK Bus
Arriva Merseyside
Arriva Merseyside has delivered a wide-ranging programme to improve road safety and driver performance. A revised training policy intervenes earlier with at-risk drivers, embedding minimum driving hours into new starter training. Measures include fatigue-aware rostering, seasonal safety updates via the Blink app, peer support from “MyDrive Champions”, and enhanced telematics with targeted coaching. Health, fitness and drug/alcohol screening policies have also been strengthened. These initiatives have created a safer, more confident workforce, reflected in employee surveys where safety scored highest. The changes cut insurance costs by £173,000, reduced new-starter related claims by £113,000, and lowered claim cost per vehicle by 2.5%. Accident-related customer complaints fell by 46%, while downtime and depot disruption were minimised. By empowering staff and embedding safety culture, Arriva Merseyside has achieved significant operational and financial benefits, demonstrating how systematic investment in people and technology translates into safer, more resilient services.
CTA (Community Transport Association)
MiDAS (Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme)
The Community Transport Association’s MiDAS scheme sets the national benchmark for safe and responsible minibus driving. Delivered in partnership with Hampshire County Council, MiDAS provides standardised training for drivers and passenger assistants, ensuring safe, legal and comfortable journeys. Responding to sector feedback, CTA modernised the MiDAS Standard course in 2024, emphasising flexibility, passenger focus and updated safety standards. Nearly 20,000 drivers have since completed the course, with 100% reporting confidence driving a minibus afterwards and 97% recommending it to others. The modernised system also introduced digital certification and feedback tools, replacing outdated paper records, allowing real-time monitoring and continuous improvement. MiDAS empowers community transport providers, schools, and voluntary groups with high-quality, accessible training that strengthens safety culture across the UK. By evolving to meet modern needs, MiDAS continues to underpin safe, inclusive community mobility and remains the gold standard in driver awareness and passenger care.
CTA (Community Transport Association)
MiDAS (Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme)
The Community Transport Association’s MiDAS scheme sets the national benchmark for safe and responsible minibus driving. Delivered in partnership with Hampshire County Council, MiDAS provides standardised training for drivers and passenger assistants, ensuring safe, legal and comfortable journeys. Responding to sector feedback, CTA modernised the MiDAS Standard course in 2024, emphasising flexibility, passenger focus and updated safety standards. Nearly 20,000 drivers have since completed the course, with 100% reporting confidence driving a minibus afterwards and 97% recommending it to others. The modernised system also introduced digital certification and feedback tools, replacing outdated paper records, allowing real-time monitoring and continuous improvement. MiDAS empowers community transport providers, schools, and voluntary groups with high-quality, accessible training that strengthens safety culture across the UK. By evolving to meet modern needs, MiDAS continues to underpin safe, inclusive community mobility and remains the gold standard in driver awareness and passenger care.
CTA (Community Transport Association)
MiDAS (Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme)
The Community Transport Association’s MiDAS scheme sets the national benchmark for safe and responsible minibus driving. Delivered in partnership with Hampshire County Council, MiDAS provides standardised training for drivers and passenger assistants, ensuring safe, legal and comfortable journeys. Responding to sector feedback, CTA modernised the MiDAS Standard course in 2024, emphasising flexibility, passenger focus and updated safety standards. Nearly 20,000 drivers have since completed the course, with 100% reporting confidence driving a minibus afterwards and 97% recommending it to others. The modernised system also introduced digital certification and feedback tools, replacing outdated paper records, allowing real-time monitoring and continuous improvement. MiDAS empowers community transport providers, schools, and voluntary groups with high-quality, accessible training that strengthens safety culture across the UK. By evolving to meet modern needs, MiDAS continues to underpin safe, inclusive community mobility and remains the gold standard in driver awareness and passenger care.
City of Edinburgh Council
City Centre West to East Cycle Link & Street Improvements Project (CCWEL) | Edinburgh’s Landmark Active Travel Scheme
Completed in March 2024, CCWEL is Edinburgh’s £23m flagship cycle and street improvement project. Delivered with Sustrans and Transport Scotland, it provides a safe, direct and segregated route through the city centre, integrating 2.4km of cycle tracks, new continuous side-road crossings, reconfigured signalised junctions, and innovative “three-stage” crossings. Public realm enhancements include resurfaced footways, historically accurate furniture, and new plazas at Roseburn and Melville Crescent, tailored to the UNESCO World Heritage setting. Monitoring six months post-completion found weekday cycle use up 99% and weekend trips up 408%. Residents cycling as their main mode doubled from 8% to 16%, while pedestrian satisfaction rose from 20% to 48%. Carbon emissions reduced by 29 tonnes in 2024. By reallocating road space, improving safety, and embedding sustainable travel, CCWEL demonstrates how active travel schemes can deliver transformative benefits in mobility, safety, placemaking, and climate action.
City of Edinburgh Council
City Centre West to East Cycle Link & Street Improvements Project (CCWEL) | Edinburgh’s Landmark Active Travel Scheme
Completed in March 2024, CCWEL is Edinburgh’s £23m flagship cycle and street improvement project. Delivered with Sustrans and Transport Scotland, it provides a safe, direct and segregated route through the city centre, integrating 2.4km of cycle tracks, new continuous side-road crossings, reconfigured signalised junctions, and innovative “three-stage” crossings. Public realm enhancements include resurfaced footways, historically accurate furniture, and new plazas at Roseburn and Melville Crescent, tailored to the UNESCO World Heritage setting. Monitoring six months post-completion found weekday cycle use up 99% and weekend trips up 408%. Residents cycling as their main mode doubled from 8% to 16%, while pedestrian satisfaction rose from 20% to 48%. Carbon emissions reduced by 29 tonnes in 2024. By reallocating road space, improving safety, and embedding sustainable travel, CCWEL demonstrates how active travel schemes can deliver transformative benefits in mobility, safety, placemaking, and climate action.
City of Edinburgh Council
City Centre West to East Cycle Link & Street Improvements Project (CCWEL) | Edinburgh’s Landmark Active Travel Scheme
Completed in March 2024, CCWEL is Edinburgh’s £23m flagship cycle and street improvement project. Delivered with Sustrans and Transport Scotland, it provides a safe, direct and segregated route through the city centre, integrating 2.4km of cycle tracks, new continuous side-road crossings, reconfigured signalised junctions, and innovative “three-stage” crossings. Public realm enhancements include resurfaced footways, historically accurate furniture, and new plazas at Roseburn and Melville Crescent, tailored to the UNESCO World Heritage setting. Monitoring six months post-completion found weekday cycle use up 99% and weekend trips up 408%. Residents cycling as their main mode doubled from 8% to 16%, while pedestrian satisfaction rose from 20% to 48%. Carbon emissions reduced by 29 tonnes in 2024. By reallocating road space, improving safety, and embedding sustainable travel, CCWEL demonstrates how active travel schemes can deliver transformative benefits in mobility, safety, placemaking, and climate action.
Lothian Buses and Police Scotland
Operation Crackle
Operation Crackle is a joint initiative tackling antisocial behaviour on Lothian Buses, particularly around Halloween and Bonfire Night. Working with Police Scotland, Lothian deployed dedicated Police Liaison Officers, ran driver engagement sessions, and delivered school talks with fire and rescue services to promote safe behaviour. Joint patrols were carried out at problem hotspots, supported by communications to parents and communities. During the 2024 season, despite 203 youth-related incidents, 29 broken windows and 47 adult incidents, rapid coordination limited disruption. Police officers were stationed in Lothian’s control room, enabling real-time responses and rerouting. Post-event investigations led to 61 arrests by February 2025, credited to collaborative intelligence sharing. Lothian also supported training with Police Scotland’s special constables to improve first-response capability. Operation Crackle highlights how close partnership working, community engagement, and proactive policing can mitigate antisocial behaviour, safeguard passengers and staff, and maintain service resilience.
Lothian Buses and Police Scotland
Operation Crackle
Operation Crackle is a joint initiative tackling antisocial behaviour on Lothian Buses, particularly around Halloween and Bonfire Night. Working with Police Scotland, Lothian deployed dedicated Police Liaison Officers, ran driver engagement sessions, and delivered school talks with fire and rescue services to promote safe behaviour. Joint patrols were carried out at problem hotspots, supported by communications to parents and communities. During the 2024 season, despite 203 youth-related incidents, 29 broken windows and 47 adult incidents, rapid coordination limited disruption. Police officers were stationed in Lothian’s control room, enabling real-time responses and rerouting. Post-event investigations led to 61 arrests by February 2025, credited to collaborative intelligence sharing. Lothian also supported training with Police Scotland’s special constables to improve first-response capability. Operation Crackle highlights how close partnership working, community engagement, and proactive policing can mitigate antisocial behaviour, safeguard passengers and staff, and maintain service resilience.
Lothian Buses and Police Scotland
Operation Crackle
Operation Crackle is a joint initiative tackling antisocial behaviour on Lothian Buses, particularly around Halloween and Bonfire Night. Working with Police Scotland, Lothian deployed dedicated Police Liaison Officers, ran driver engagement sessions, and delivered school talks with fire and rescue services to promote safe behaviour. Joint patrols were carried out at problem hotspots, supported by communications to parents and communities. During the 2024 season, despite 203 youth-related incidents, 29 broken windows and 47 adult incidents, rapid coordination limited disruption. Police officers were stationed in Lothian’s control room, enabling real-time responses and rerouting. Post-event investigations led to 61 arrests by February 2025, credited to collaborative intelligence sharing. Lothian also supported training with Police Scotland’s special constables to improve first-response capability. Operation Crackle highlights how close partnership working, community engagement, and proactive policing can mitigate antisocial behaviour, safeguard passengers and staff, and maintain service resilience.
WINNER
Transport for West Midlands
TfWM X RoadPeace
Transport for West Midlands partnered with charity RoadPeace to tackle road danger and support victims’ families. The collaboration raises awareness of road deaths and serious injuries while embedding road danger reduction into local transport planning. Joint campaigns share victims’ stories, humanising statistics and encouraging safer behaviour from all road users. Educational events and remembrance activities reinforce the message, supported by strong community engagement. TfWM integrates these initiatives into its Vision Zero strategy, aiming to eliminate fatalities and serious injuries by 2041. By combining RoadPeace’s advocacy with TfWM’s operational reach, the initiative amplifies public awareness while influencing policy and infrastructure design. Early outcomes show growing recognition of road danger as a preventable issue and stronger cross-sector collaboration. TfWM X RoadPeace exemplifies how transport authorities and charities can work together to shift attitudes, reduce casualties, and build safer, more compassionate road networks.
WINNER
Transport for West Midlands
TfWM X RoadPeace
Transport for West Midlands partnered with charity RoadPeace to tackle road danger and support victims’ families. The collaboration raises awareness of road deaths and serious injuries while embedding road danger reduction into local transport planning. Joint campaigns share victims’ stories, humanising statistics and encouraging safer behaviour from all road users. Educational events and remembrance activities reinforce the message, supported by strong community engagement. TfWM integrates these initiatives into its Vision Zero strategy, aiming to eliminate fatalities and serious injuries by 2041. By combining RoadPeace’s advocacy with TfWM’s operational reach, the initiative amplifies public awareness while influencing policy and infrastructure design. Early outcomes show growing recognition of road danger as a preventable issue and stronger cross-sector collaboration. TfWM X RoadPeace exemplifies how transport authorities and charities can work together to shift attitudes, reduce casualties, and build safer, more compassionate road networks.
WINNER
Transport for West Midlands
TfWM X RoadPeace
Transport for West Midlands partnered with charity RoadPeace to tackle road danger and support victims’ families. The collaboration raises awareness of road deaths and serious injuries while embedding road danger reduction into local transport planning. Joint campaigns share victims’ stories, humanising statistics and encouraging safer behaviour from all road users. Educational events and remembrance activities reinforce the message, supported by strong community engagement. TfWM integrates these initiatives into its Vision Zero strategy, aiming to eliminate fatalities and serious injuries by 2041. By combining RoadPeace’s advocacy with TfWM’s operational reach, the initiative amplifies public awareness while influencing policy and infrastructure design. Early outcomes show growing recognition of road danger as a preventable issue and stronger cross-sector collaboration. TfWM X RoadPeace exemplifies how transport authorities and charities can work together to shift attitudes, reduce casualties, and build safer, more compassionate road networks.
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