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Road safety advice
THINK! drink driving - it's not worth the risk
Drinking and driving means risking your own life and the lives of others - find out about the facts and law on drink driving
Drink driving: limits and penalties
The legal alcohol limit for drivers in Great Britain, how alcohol affects your driving and the penalties for a drink-driving offence
Older drivers - deciding when to stop driving
What you need to consider as an older driver and how to get an assessment of your driving skills
Speed limits and speeding
Find out what the speed limits are for different vehicles and types of road, and the penalties for speeding
Using a seat belt
The law on wearing a seat belt, exemptions and how to use one correctly
Mobile phones and driving
The law on using hand-held phones and similar devices while driving and the penalties
Cycling safely
Getting the right equipment, tips for cycling on busy roads and what to do if you have an accident
When your child needs a car seat (parents section)
How to choose the right child car seat for your child's weight
Fitting and using a child's car seat in your vehicle (parents section)
How to fit a child’s car seat in different types of vehicles and the few exceptions where a child can travel without one
Road safety for children (parents section)
How to help to keep your child safe by setting a good example and teaching them the rules of the road
Cycle safety for children (parents section)
Find out how you can help your child enjoy the benefits of cycling while keeping safe at all times
Additional links
THINK! road safety advice
Find out how to stay safe on the roads with THINK! facts and stats, adverts and games
Get Highway Code reminders
Get reminders about the Highway Code by following it on Twitter and Facebook
Motorcycle Helmet Safety
Find out about selecting the right helmet, care and storage, how they work and more
