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Nearly 500 motorcycle riders were injured in a collision in Essex last year.
Young riders are particularly vulnerable, which is why the Safer Essex Roads Partnership (SERP) is helping parents and carers to equip their young person with the skills and knowledge to stay safe on two wheels this spring, and beyond. Spring typically marks the start of the motorcycle season, with consistent warmer and drier conditions...
Operation Limit results- Southend and Rochford
Operation Limit continues to target the behaviours most likely to cause death or serious injury on Essex roads, focusing on tackling drink and drug driving alongside other high-risk offences, combining enforcement with the wider education and prevention work of the Safer Essex Roads Partnership (SERP). On Saturday, Essex Police carried out a further Operation...
Vision Zero Day of Action – Braintree
A proactive day of enforcement and engagement took place across Braintree, bringing partners together to support the shared ambition of Vision Zero, eliminating deaths and serious injuries on Essex roads. At the enforcement sites on the day, 52 drivers were stopped and spoken to about their driving behaviours and their role in preventing serious...
FEATURES
Ride Smart This Spring with our Essex Hugger Guides
As the days get longer and the roads dry out, many bikers are gearing up to ride again. Spring is the perfect time to enjoy the open road—but also a crucial time to refresh your skills. If you haven’t taken any post-test training, these Essex Hugger downloads may give you a new perspective on...
Getting Back to Biking
With spring finally here and the weather improving, many bikers are eager to get back on the road after months off their motorcycles. But before you twist the throttle and ride off, it’s important to ask yourself: are you truly ready to ride? After a long winter break, both you and your bike need preparation...
Why we need societal change in road safety
David Hindmarsh has had over 31 years of experience within the Met Police and has been involved in the investigations of many serious and fatal collisions....
