A new road safety campaign has launched this week in a bid to remind young drivers about the consequences of dangerous driving.
The campaign was launched by Road Safety Officers at Walsall College this week, which included a display with 133 red roses, which represents the number of young people between 17 and 24 who have been killed or injured while driving or being a passenger in a vehicle over the period of 12 months.
The aim is to capture the attention of students and engage them in discussion, while also giving them the opportunity to try out the road safety driving simulator, which looks at the effects of distractions on their driving and the impact of driving whilst impaired through either drugs or alcohol.
Councillor Adrian Andrew, Deputy Leader and Portfolio Holder for Regeneration Walsall Council, said:
“Dangerous driving can be catastrophic and young people need to be aware of the risks of driving irresponsibly. I hope this campaign will open their eyes to the dangers of irresponsible driving and encourage them to drive with care and consideration for their passengers and fellow road users”.