Blue Light, Enforcement & Accident Investigation

BikeSafe is a police-run initiative aimed at improving motorcycle safety. It involves workshops that provide riders with information on hazard awareness and safe riding practices. These workshops also include an on-road assessed ride with a BikeSafe assessor. While BikeSafe is not a training scheme itself, it does provide valuable information and feedback to riders. The goal of BikeSafe is to reduce the number of motorcycle casualties on UK roads.

Derbyshire Police operates a Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) with specialist forensic scene investigators and forensic vehicle examiners who attend the aftermath of serious and fatal road traffic accidents.

The Devon & Cornwall Police Road Safety Team is an organisation dedicated to improving road safety across the region. As a member of the Vision Zero South West Road Safety Partnership, their primary goal is to achieve zero fatal and serious collisions by 2030. To accomplish this, they implement various programs, including Community Speed Watch, which empowers citizens to help address speeding, and operations like “Snap” and “Cheetah” to tackle dangerous driving. They also provide resources on what to do in the event of a collision and information regarding speed offenses.

Emily Spurrell is a British politician serving as the Police and Crime Commissioner for Merseyside since 2021. She was re-elected to a second term in May 2024.

As the PCC for Merseyside (covering five of the six boroughs in the Liverpool city region), Emily oversees the policing needs of the community. PCCs were introduced by the UK government to replace Police Authorities. Her role involves ensuring the police and other organizations effectively tackle crime in the region.

Emily is responsible for holding the Chief Constable accountable and ensuring the police force is adequately funded to deliver an efficient service. This includes setting the policing budget and priorities and publishing a Police and Crime plan which outlines the strategic direction of policing in the region. Additionally, she has a statutory duty to monitor the entire criminal justice system in Merseyside.

Lincolnshire Police operates a Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) with specialist forensic scene investigators and forensic vehicle examiners who attend the aftermath of serious and fatal road traffic accidents.

The Metropolitan Police’s approach to road safety is intrinsically linked to the broader Vision Zero for London strategy, a collaborative effort with the Mayor of London and Transport for London (TfL) aimed at eliminating all road deaths and serious injuries by 2041. The Met’s role is primarily focused on enforcement and behavioural change, operating within the Safe System framework which targets five pillars: Safe Speeds, Safe Behaviours, Safe Streets, Safe Vehicles, and Post-collision response. This strategy acknowledges that people make mistakes, and the system must be resilient to prevent these errors from leading to fatalities.

The police prioritise tackling the “fatal four” offences: speeding, drink/drug driving, not wearing a seat belt, and using a mobile phone while driving. They deploy a number of specific operations to enforce safe behaviour and tackle high-risk areas, including Operation Close Pass to target dangerous overtaking of cyclists, Operation Tutelage against uninsured driving, and Operation Tramline focused on unsafe driving by commercial vehicle operators. By combining high-visibility enforcement with support for community initiatives like Community Speedwatch and running dedicated task forces, the Met Police aims to deter criminal and dangerous use of the roads, ensuring safer travel for all of London’s road users.

The National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) is a representative body for the chief constables of police forces in England and Wales. It plays a vital role in coordinating and influencing national roads policing policy and practice. The NPCC works closely with the government, other agencies, and the public to develop and implement strategies that address emerging crime trends and ensure effective policing services. Key responsibilities of the NPCC include setting national policing priorities, providing guidance on operational matters, and representing the interests of police officers and staff. Through its leadership and collaboration, the NPCC plays a crucial role in shaping the future of roads policing in England and Wales.

The National Vehicle Crime Intelligence Service (NaVCIS) is a national police unit hosted by Hampshire Constabulary. They work to disrupt criminality and protect communities from the harm caused by vehicle finance crime and serious, organised crime.

Philip Seccombe was first elected in 2016 and secured his third term in May 2024. With a background as a chartered surveyor, former councillor, and a 25-year service record in the Territorial Army (reaching the rank of Colonel), he brings a breadth of experience to the role.

His key objectives are focused on public safety and force governance, including further reducing crime, anti-social behaviour, and re-offending; continuing to increase police officer numbers; increasing support for victims and survivors of all crimes; and reducing road traffic fatalities and serious injuries.

He also engages with residents and build financial resilience for Warwickshire Police.