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Nearly half of A-roads 'inadequate'
More than two in five A-roads in the UK are inadequate, according to a new star-rating system.

Man Utd stars taught about 'terror on tarmac'
The Wayne Rooneys of tomorrow are getting a crash course in how to deal with the dangers of driving on Britain's roads.

Warnings over rural road hazards
One in 10 drivers admit to overtaking on country roads even if they can't see what's coming, according to safety charity Brake and breakdown company Green Flag.

Councils 'must make roads safer'
Local authorities are being urged to implement more safety measures to make roads safer.

Simple changes could save lives
The UK has some of the safest roads in Europe but simple improvements could save another 200 lives a year.