• Business
  • Business News
  • Video
  • Contact
Aycliffe Today
Aycliffe Today
  • Business
  • Business News
  • Video
  • Contact
  • Follow
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Youtube
Home
Community

TWENTY IS PLENTY NEAR SCHOOLS – HOGG

November 19th, 2014 Martin Walker Community, News 0 comments 0

SONY DSC

“Watch out and slow down” is the key message from the top police boss, in support of National Road Safety Week this week.

Ron Hogg, Durham’s Police and Crime Commissioner, is in favour of introducing 20mph speed limits in the vicinity of local schools, to help keep more young people safe on the roads.

Mr Hogg said: “It is well known that road traffic accidents are the single largest cause of death for children and young people aged 5-25.

“There is growing evidence that the 20mph pilots that have been introduced around the country are showing marked reductions in deaths and casualties.

“I have urged support from Durham County Council in this matter as I am convinced that it would be a hugely effective and relatively cheap method of reducing road casualties around our schools.

“We need to do more to keep our young people safe.”

Improving road safety is one of the policing priorities Mr Hogg has tasked the Chief Constable to deliver.

He is also working with partners to tackle other road issues that matter to communities, including speeding, dangerous driving and illegal and inconsiderate parking.

 

Share it!

Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn Pinterest
Next article SOUTH WEST DURHAM TRAIN HITACHI'S FUTURE ENGINEERS
Previous article SUPER HEROES RAISE £360 FOR CHILDREN IN NEED!

Related News

Community

Fun and Food scheme benefits thousands of children in County Durham

Thousands of children and young people in County Durham have benefited from a scheme that provides free...
Community

Helping to create thriving communities across County Durham

A new funding programme has launched to support community groups and organisations across County...
News

Chaos reigns as Durham County Council announces new cabinet after just 100 days

The leader of Durham County Council, Cllr Andrew Husband, has announced details of his new cabinet, following...

LATEST VIDEO

This week on A.T

Sep 23rd 1:40 PM
Community

Fun and Food scheme benefits thousands of children in County Durham

Sep 22nd 4:18 PM
Business

NC Group: Building the future workforce of Aycliffe’s engineering sector

Sep 18th 4:49 PM
Sport

Newton Aycliffe Juniors round-up

Sep 18th 9:44 AM
Business

How Senstronics culture has nurtured life-changing career for Jack

Sep 17th 12:47 PM
Community

Helping to create thriving communities across County Durham

Sep 17th 10:30 AM
Business

Strategic expansion for family firm as industrial suppliers set up shop in Aycliffe

Sep 16th 9:01 PM
Sport

Aycliffe prepare for FA Trophy trip

Sep 16th 3:09 PM
News

Chaos reigns as Durham County Council announces new cabinet after just 100 days

Sep 16th 10:47 AM
Sport

Aycliffe Cricket round-up

Sep 15th 4:27 PM
Community

Newton Aycliffe school children celebrating new facilities

Recommend
Follow @AycliffeToday
  • Business
  • Business News
  • Video
  • Contact
  • Back to top
© Aycliffe Today 2019. All rights reserved.
Developed by Thrive

Get our latest news direct to your inbox every Friday - subscribe to our free e-newsletter today.

Subscribe Now