Transport User Voice January 2026 – Making safer journeys

27 January 2026

Earlier this month, the Government announced the first Road Safety Strategy in more than a decade which aims to save thousands of lives by preventing the causes of collisions on Britain’s roads. 

With approximately four people dying on our roads every day, the strategy aims to reduce road deaths and serious injuries by 65 per cent by 2035. Introducing a minimum learning period for learner drivers and mandatory eyesight testing for older drivers will be introduced to prevent thousands of road traffic tragedies. The Government will also consult on lowering the drink drive limit in England for the first time since 1967.  

The measures that this strategy will introduce represent a new proactive approach to making our roads safer for all transport users.  

A strong partnership between key decision makers across national and regional government, as well as road safety professionals and businesses, can ensure that every journey starts and ends safely. 

Louise Collins, Director at Transport Focus welcomed the Government’s new Road Safety Strategy: 

“This strategy marks a significant step forward in improving road safety and protecting lives. 

Measures such as the Road Safety Investigation Branch and the Safe Systems approach will help create safer journeys for all road users. 

We’re ready to work with the Government to ensure this strategy delivers on its promise.” 

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