Highway Code celebrates 80 years on the road
One of Britain's best selling and most iconic publications, the Highway Code, is 80 years-old on 14 April 2011.
皇冠体育app first edition was published on 14 April 1931 in a bid to cut down on the number of accidents taking place on Britain鈥檚 roads. Despite the fact there were just 2.3 million motor vehicles at the time, over 7,000 people were killed in road accidents that year.
皇冠体育app Highway Code quickly became the 鈥榤ust read鈥� publication for those using the road and is now recognised the world over. 皇冠体育app Code is now used by millions of drivers, motorcyclists, cyclists and pedestrians every year and has even been featured in TV drama storylines.
Road Safety Minister Mike Penning said:
皇冠体育app Highway Code is the official guide to using the roads safely and responsibly. 皇冠体育app Code has helped to save thousands of lives over the last 80 years, which is cause for celebration.
皇冠体育app Highway Code is not just for new drivers, it holds crucial information for everyone from experienced motorists and motorcyclists to horse riders and pedestrians.
皇冠体育app publication offers the latest information on the rules of the roads and road safety advice, as well as promoting greater courtesy and understanding among all road users. Its long-standing success is one of the reasons why Britain鈥檚 roads are among the safest in the world.
皇冠体育app Highway Code has moved with the times and is now available in a variety of formats, including online from GOV.UK, as a download and on CD ROM with a voice-over for people with reading difficulties.