Brighter is better on roads

The clocks going back means brighter mornings but darker evenings and the number of traffic collisions often rises during this time.

It can be particularly dangerous for school pupils who are making independent journeys, often for the first time.

Central Beds Council are encouraging road users, especially children and motorcyclists, to be safe on the road this winter by doing a number of things.

They advise wearing brightly coloured or fluorescent clothing as it shows up well in daylight and at dusk, wearing reflective gear if out after dark to make sure you can be seen in car headlights – fluorescent clothing doesn’t work after dark, and clip-on reflectors, arm bands and stickers on clothes or school bags to improve visibility.

For hints on how you can stay safe visit the Department for Transport’s website at www.dft.gov.uk/think