Aiming for a 65% reduction in deaths and serious injuries on Britain’s roads by 2035
Road safety leaders from across the policy, research and campaigning sectors have published a joint consensus statement outlining shared priorities for delivering the government’s Road Safety Strategy and achieving a significant reduction in road casualties.
The statement follows a Road Safety Strategy Summit held on 24 February 2026, funded by the Road Safety Trust and delivered by the Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety (PACTS).
The event brought together policymakers, practitioners, researchers and campaigners to build on the collective ambition first set out in PACTS’ Road Safety Manifesto in May 2024.
Those present at the summit endorsed the government’s commitment to reduce those killed or seriously injured (KSI) on Britain’s roads by 65% by 2035, alongside a 70% reduction target for child KSIs.
However, the statement makes clear that meeting these goals will require accountable, evidence-led delivery, supported by clear leadership, cross-government coordination and sustained investment.
Key priorities and a call for urgent momentum
Priority areas identified in the statement include strong governance and accountability structures, integration of road safety across government and policing, rapid development of the proposed Road Safety Investigation Branch, and a Safe System approach to speed management and infrastructure design.
The statement also calls for improved data linkage, stronger evidence systems and positive public communication framing road safety as a matter of health, community and economic wellbeing.
Paul Steinberg, Deputy Chief Executive of the Road Safety Trust, said: “There is clear agreement on the importance of strong leadership, robust evidence and a Safe System approach to drive progress.
“We stand ready to work in partnership with ministers and stakeholders to translate ambition into measurable reductions in deaths and serious injuries on our roads.”
Jamie Hassall, Executive Director of PACTS, said: “Investing in road safety is not just a moral duty. It’s good for people’s health and wellbeing, the environment, business, and the country as well.”
