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During their June campaign, Leicestershire Police made 98 arrests for drink or drug-driving, with 63 of those being due to excessive drinking. The campaign saw a significant number of drivers arrested across the county, with 30 arrests following a roadside collision. Notably, 19 of those detained were between 7am and
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A historic moment for the labour movement in Canada has occurred as the United Food and Commercial Workers Union (UFCW) Canada announced that a group of Uber drivers in British Columbia has become the first in the country to join a union. Following a successful unionization effort, the drivers are
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Ride-hailing platforms were introduced to Kampala, Uganda, in 2014, aiming to improve road safety and livelihoods of moto-taxi workers. However, research suggests that the ride-hail model exacerbates safety issues by promoting high speeds and financial pressure on workers. Digital platforms, such as SafeBoda, enforce safety protocols but also prioritize profit
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The B.C. Labour Relations Board has granted certification to the Victoria Uber drivers' union, a major victory for workers in the gig economy. The certification allows the drivers to negotiate a collective agreement with Uber, securing workplace protections and improved working conditions. The drivers' campaign focused on
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Uber drivers in Victoria, B.C., have made history by joining a union, becoming the first group in Canada to negotiate a collective agreement for rideshare drivers. This significant development has left the labour movement in Canada eagerly awaiting the outcome of the negotiations, which will focus on securing improved
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Motorists driving along a section of the A38 in Cornwall will soon be subject to a 30mph average speed limit, thanks to a £750,000 road scheme funded by National Highways and the Vision Zero South West Road Safety Partnership. The scheme, announced in March, will see 10 average speed
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Research conducted by National Highways has revealed that over 140 people are killed or seriously injured annually in tailgating-related incidents on England's motorways and major A-roads. This disturbing statistic underscores the need for a concerted effort to tackle the hazardous behavior of tailgating. National Highways has launched a
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The Olaine County Municipal Police in Latvia have received multiple complaints from residents in Janupe about young people riding scooters on streets and in green areas, reportedly violating the Road Traffic Regulations. The noise generated by these vehicles, including in the evening and night hours, has been a significant concern.
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Historic Uber drivers in Victoria, British Columbia have made waves by certifying with UFCW 1518, the province's largest private sector union. This groundbreaking move marks the first-ever union certification for rideshare drivers in Canada. As the city's Uber drivers embark on negotiating a collective agreement, they
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Tailgating is a common mistake made by drivers that can have devastating consequences. According to the Highway Code, drivers should leave at least a two-second gap between their vehicle and the one in front, which may need to be doubled or tripled on wet or icy roads. The risks of
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New York City has experienced a significant decrease in traffic deaths, with 87 fatalities recorded in the first half of 2025, matching the same period in 2018. This marks the lowest number of traffic deaths since the city began keeping records on traffic fatalities 115 years ago. City officials attribute
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New Jersey has introduced a series of digital highway signs, featuring memorable and humorous messages, as part of its strategy to promote safe driving habits among its residents. The 11 new messages, launched across 224 state and interstate highway signs, draw on pop culture references, including songs by Jon Bon
