24 June 2026

The Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) was represented at a House of Commons Transport Committee evidence session today, with Kate Carpenter, CIHT Vice President, appearing before MPs as part of the Committee's inquiry into the UK Government's Road Safety Strategy.

The session focused on the role of infrastructure in improving road safety and explored how the UK Government's new Road Safety Strategy can be translated into practical action. Witnesses were questioned on the strategy's ambitions to reduce the number of people killed or seriously injured on the roads, the implementation of the Safe System approach, and the level of investment needed to deliver meaningful improvements. The Committee also examined issues including road design, rural road safety, speed management, maintenance, and the safety of vulnerable road users.

Appearing alongside representatives from the road safety, walking and cycling sectors, Kate Carpenter provided evidence on behalf of CIHT, drawing on the Institution's expertise across the planning, design, construction, management and operation of transport infrastructure.

Ahead of the session, CIHT submitted written evidence to the inquiry, setting out its views on the Road Safety Strategy and highlighting the importance of evidence-led interventions, improved casualty data, sustained investment and a long-term commitment to the Safe System approach. CIHT's submission also emphasised the need for collaboration across the UK Government, industry and road users to achieve significant reductions in deaths and serious injuries on the UK's roads.

Commenting on the inquiry, Kate Carpenter, Vice President, CIHT said:

"Road safety is a shared responsibility that requires sustained commitment, investment and collaboration across all parts of the transport sector. CIHT welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the Transport Committee's inquiry and to share the expertise of our members in helping to create a safer, more inclusive and sustainable transport network for everyone."

The evidence session forms part of the Transport Committee's wider scrutiny of the UK Government's Road Safety Strategy and its ambition to significantly reduce road deaths and serious injuries by 2035.

CIHT will continue to engage with policymakers and stakeholders to ensure that professional expertise informs the development and delivery of effective road safety policy.

Watch the evidence session on Parliament TV.

Have Your Say on Road Safety

Road safety is a critical issue for everyone who uses, designs, manages and maintains the UK's transport networks.

CIHT encourages members and stakeholders to engage with the debate on how we can create safer roads and streets for all users. Watch the evidence session, read CIHT's response to the inquiry, and share your views on the challenges and opportunities facing the sector as the UK Government develops its Road Safety Strategy. CIHT will continue to champion evidence-led solutions and the expertise of transport professionals in shaping safer, more sustainable transport networks.

CIHT's response to the inquiry will be available soon but you can learn more about our policy and technical work on road safety and other areas here.

If you have an interest on or wish to flag a particular consultation, or would like to get involved in CIHT responses to consultations, please contact CIHT’s Policy and Technical Team on t: +44 (0)20 7336 1563 or e: technical@ciht.org.uk.