Safety concern amid spike in wrong-way driving on UK roads (opens original article in a new tab)

A 30% rise in wrong-way driving incidents on England's motorways has prompted safety warnings, with 947 incidents reported in the past year, leading experts to urge improved measures.

• 30% increase in wrong-way driving incidents on England's motorways over four years
• 947 oncoming vehicle incidents reported in 12 months to 11 May 2023
• Experts call for safety measures including junction re-configurations and driver awareness