STUDENTS at Coleg Gwent learnt about the dangers of careless driving as part of an annual campaign.

Students at the Crosskeys Campus were paid a visit by deputy Police and Crime Commissioner Eleri Thomas, officers from Gwent Police and South Wales Fire and Rescue Service as part of annual road safety campaign Project Edmund.

The session gave the students an insight into the impact careless driving has on everyone involved – whether as someone in the accident, their families, friends and the emergency service personnel who attend the scenes.

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They were shown films and personal recollections from the family of a victim of a fatal crash.

The session focused on the five main causes of death and serious injury on the roads:

  • Careless driving
  • Drink and drug driving
  • Not wearing a seatbelt
  • Using a mobile phone
  • Speeding

Ms Thomas said: “Young people who are newly qualified driver, passengers or learners are especially vulnerable on the roads.

“Project Edward is a fantastic initiative, but I want all road users in Gwent to be safe 365 days a year.

“Personal stories have a huge impact on changing hearts and minds, I would like to thank special constable Rachel O’Connell of Gwent Police who spoke to the students about how she and her family have been personally affected by a driver using their mobile phone when driving.

“Educating drivers is vital in keeping our roads and communities safe. I commend the work of Gwent Police and its partners who work tirelessly to raise awareness and save lives across Gwent.”