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Wales Online
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Wales Online
Road accidents biggest killer of young people - but they won't speak up
Road accidents biggest killer of young people - but they won't speak up A new campaign is aiming to cuit the number of fatal accidents involving younger people Road traffic collisions remain the number one killer of young adults in the UK, but a third of under-24s say they don't speak up when feeling unsafe in the car with friends, for fear of feeling awkward or seeming boring. A new survey of young drivers by Admiral Motor Insurance found that while 79% of young adults behave differently behind the wheel with friends in the car, a third wouldn't call out risky driving, even if they felt uncomfortable. Department for Transport data shows over a quarter of UK road casualties are aged 17–29, and newly qualified drivers are four times more likely to be involved in a fatal crash when carrying same-age passengers, according to Brake. Over half of young drivers admit they drive differently with friends in the car - from turning up the music to driving faster or even carrying more passengers than seatbelts. Nearly half have already experienced a crash or near miss while driving with friends. In a new campaign, Your Ride Your Rules, Admiral has teamed up with BBC Radio 1's Jeremiah Asiamah @jeremiahasiamah, viral duo the Polson Twins @polsontwins and lifestyle creators Ella & Benn @itsellaandbenn to share their own experiences of calling out risky driving, and the 'rules' they live by to turn awkward silences into confident conversations - including assigning roles before the journey and using humour to take away the awkwardness. The film sees them speak from their own experiences, including Jeremiah who reflects on being involved in an accident as a passenger last year. The Polson Twins, Andrew and Ashley, who have amassed over three million likes on TikTok, explain how Admiral's Your Ride Your Rules campaign made them think about their approach to speaking up: 'We're lucky that we've never felt awkward with each other, but it can be much harder when you're in a car with mates. It's easy to fear judgement - we don't want to seem boring by telling someone to go slower or turn music down, but something like that could actually save lives. Article continues below 'For us, comedy has always been the most natural way of dealing with awkward situations. Of course it's a serious topic, but if you can turn it into a bit of a laugh, it can feel less intimidating. Ultimately, if they're good mates, they're not going to judge you for keeping everyone safe. Worst case they say you sound like their nan, but who doesn't love their nan?!' As part of the campaign, Admiral is inviting young adults to privately ask questions about how to tackle conversations with friends about safer driving through Instagram's 'Add Yours' feature. In return, the campaign creators and behavioural psychologist Jo Hemmings will be sharing their advice on the platform. As well as providing answers on Instagram, Jo shares some general tips to keep in mind: Risk is natural, but consequences are real: Young brains are wired for impulsiveness - pausing to think 'Is this worth it?' can short-circuit risky behaviour. Own your role: Whether you're a driver or passenger, set the tone. If behind the wheel, saying 'If I'm driving, I'm doing it my way' could work wonders. Have your phrases ready: Practice assertive but low-key lines like 'I'm not risking my life for a laugh' or 'Can we slow down? People want me home safe.' Use tech wisely: Block distractions with do-not-disturb settings or hands-free modes – and don't let anyone pressure you to check your phone behind the wheel. Admiral's Head of Motor, Adam Gavin, said: 'Young adults fear creating awkwardness or seeming boring to their mates when calling out risky behavior in the car. This is completely understandable, and I think most people, regardless of age, could recall a time when they felt awkward in a car either as a driver or a passenger. Driving is essential for many young adults embracing their independence - any approach to road safety must empower them, not hold them back. 'Your Ride Your Rules aims to give young adults the confidence to speak up in a way that feels comfortable for them. By partnering with Jeremiah, Ella and Benn and Andrew and Ashley, we're hoping to spark conversations about shared responsibility, whether you're a passenger or driver, and provide practical ways to encourage these discussions.' Article continues below For more information, visit:
South Wales Argus
5 days ago
- Health
- South Wales Argus
Dementia: Nationwide Cwmbran bank branch provides help
Torfaen MP, Nick Thomas-Symonds, visited the Cwmbran branch of Nationwide to see how its Fairer Futures programme is helping people in the area. Nationwide is now the biggest banking brand on the high street, with 605 branches across the UK. The three-year Fairer Futures project aims to help with societal issues, including dementia. Nationwide has teamed up with Dementia UK to place dementia specialist Admiral nurses in branches, including Cwmbran. These nurses have private areas in the branch where they offer 45-minute appointments to provide expert advice for anyone affected by dementia, regardless of who they bank with. Mr Thomas-Symonds said: "I was delighted to visit Nationwide in Cwmbran to hear how their Fairer Futures Programme has supported specialist advice for people living with dementia and their loved ones in Torfaen." Darren Lewis, branch manager at Nationwide in Cwmbran, said: "It was an honour to welcome Nick Thomas-Symonds MP into the branch to show the value of our in-branch dementia clinics to the local community. "At Nationwide, we want to ensure no one faces dementia alone and encourage anyone impacted by dementia to seek support by visiting a specialist Admiral Nurse in one of our branches."
CNN
21-06-2025
- Politics
- CNN
Adm. James Stavridis: Israel wants U.S. involvement in the Middle East
Retired Admiral James Stavridis and New York Times National Security Correspondent David Sanger weigh in on the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran.
CNN
21-06-2025
- Politics
- CNN
Adm. James Stavridis: Israel wants U.S. involvement in the Middle East
Retired Admiral James Stavridis and New York Times National Security Correspondent David Sanger weigh in on the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran.
CNN
19-06-2025
- Politics
- CNN
‘2 in 3 chance' Trump will strike Iranian nuclear facility, says Fmr. NATO Commander
Admiral James Stavridis, the former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO, joined the Situation Room to discuss the potential for US involvement in the conflict between Israel and Iran.
