NPCC Road Safety Campaign

Friday, 29 May 2020 10:22

Feeling the pressure to drive faster than you would like?

"I'm a really good driver. I can handle a bit of speed."

About 80% of drivers think they're better than average, but hundreds still get proved wrong every year.

Feeling the pressure to drive faster than you would like?

The vast majority of people actually agree that "People should drive within the speed limit".

So don’t be afraid to stand up for slowing down.

#SlowDownSaveLives

Message Sent By:
Stephen Parr (Police, Community Support Officer Coach), Chester.

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