BikeSafe announces new partnership with UKROEd ahead of 25th anniversary
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The police-led motorcycle safety scheme BikeSafe has joined forces with UKROEd as it looks ahead to its 25th anniversary year.
The national initiative offers motorcyclists access to post-test training with advanced police motorcyclists to equip them with additional skills designed to help them stay safe on the roads.
Workshops are held across the country offering a mixture of eLearning, a facilitated theory class, an observed ride and a comprehensive debrief.
BikeSafe is operated by 36 police forces across the UK, and with 2025 marking the initiative’s 25th year, it is planned to expand further still in the coming months.
As the initiative continues to grow, BikeSafe has now teamed up with UKROEd (UK Road Offender Education), who will take on the governance, administration and quality product development of the scheme.
Deputy Chief Constable Simon Blatchly, who leads the NPCC Motorcycle Portfolio and BikeSafe, said: “BikeSafe has delivered workshops to thousands of riders over the last 25 years, giving them vital skills to ensure they can enjoy the UK’s roads safely.
“This year is a very special year for the initiative as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of BikeSafe but we’re not resting on our laurels.
“We have a number of improvements planned as we look to further develop the scheme so I am delighted to join forces with UKROEd who will help us take BikeSafe to the next level.
“I’d encourage anyone who enjoys motorcycling as much as I do to find their nearest BikeSafe workshop and sign up. No matter how long you have been riding, BikeSafe provides an excellent opportunity to develop your skills under expert guidance.”
UKROEd CEO Ruth Purdie OBE said: “UKROEd has a long-established reputation for working with police forces to deliver courses that change behaviour and help us to reduce collisions, death and injury to road users.
“There is clear evidence that those who attend such courses improve their driving and riding habits and are less likely to break the law or be involved in collisions in the future.
“For many years Bike Safe has been an excellent, widely respected course promoting motorbike safety and I’m keen to make sure it continues in that way and develops even further, using our knowledge and access to quality research and course development to help support it.
“It’s vital that motorcyclists – no matter how experienced – keep their skills and knowledge refreshed to keep themselves and other road users safe and I’d encourage motorbike enthusiasts from across the country to consider signing up with their local course provider.”
To find out more about BikeSafe, or sign up to a workshop, see www.bikesafe.co.uk.