Road safety drive wins international award

The Scottish Government’s approach to road safety has been awarded a prestigious award by a panel of international experts.

The Road Safety Management Safe System Capacity Building Programme in Scotland has been given a Prince Michael International Road Safety Award, which is presented to organisations in recognition of outstanding contributions to improving road safety.

Scotland’s Road Safety Framework to 2030 fully embeds the Safe System approach, which is recognised as international best practice. It looks to improve safety aspects of the road, its surrounding environment, vehicle technology and provide education for all road users.

As part of this work, we have delivered:

Extensive training & education programmes to over 500 road safety partners in Scotland.

The development of an e-learning tool for road safety partners.

The world’s first Safe System Manual, which outlines exactly how to deliver the Safe System to all road safety practitioners.

Cabinet Secretary for Transport Fiona Hyslop said:

“Road Safety is a priority for the Scottish Government, and it’s vital that we and our partners never lose sight of the fact that one life lost on our roads is one too many.

“The Safe System approach to road safety looks to involve those who manage and design the roads, as well as those who use them. We must all work together to ensure our roads are used safely to help eradicate fatal and serious injuries.

“I’m pleased this approach has been recognised at the Prince Michael International Road Safety Awards, but we know it’s vital that we continue to work with partners at all levels to reach our target of Scotland having the best road safety performance in the world by 2030.

“I remain absolutely determined to save lives and ensure we continue working towards our long-term vision of no-one being killed or seriously injured on Scotland’s roads by 2050."