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Whether it's.
having fun with your mates,
chatting on your mobile phone,
listening to music,
or just thinking about something.
Traffic is the biggest single cause of accidental death for 7 - 16 year olds.
Six out of ten youngsters reported that they have either been in an
accident / near miss or know someone at school who had been.
It only takes a second to become one of the 22,000 young people injured on
our roads every year.
Finally
Sharing the road
The biggest road user group are motorists.
You should always be aware of other road users particular motorists when
using the roads.
Remember in any accident involving a pedestrian or cycle the motorist is
ALWAYS going to come off best.
Remember
An adult should walk with you until you are comfortable that you have
identified the best places to walk, cross and where to look out for blind
spots.
It's also worth remembering that if the traffic can't see you, it may be too
late by the time they do.
When buying coats, especially in winter when the nights draw in, make
sure it is a light colour. You can also add reflected products to add to your
visibility.