Partnership in action

FORS and Brake for safer roads

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Road safety is not just about compliance; it is about protecting lives, safeguarding transport operations and building trust within communities. That’s why FORS has partnered with Brake, one of the UK’s most respected road safety charities.

Founded in 1995 by former transport journalist Mary Williams OBE, Brake supports people affected by road crashes, campaigns for safer streets and ultimately championing a vision of zero road deaths or serious injuries.

Brake’s independence gives it a unique authority in raising awareness of road safety risks, while influencing policy at the highest level.

From lobbying for stricter speed limits to campaigning for safer streets, the charity plays a vital role in highlighting the conditions where fleet operators and drivers work every day. By working in partnership with FORS, Brake is extending its reach into truck operators, local authorities and professional networks, ensuring that safety messages are shared widely and effectively.

One of Brake’s most recognised initiatives is Road Safety Week, held annually with the participation of schools, businesses and communities. FORS has worked closely with Brake to develop toolkits that help members get involved, enabling operators to share essential road safety messages with local audiences. These campaigns demonstrate how industry and charity collaboration can amplify awareness and encourage lasting change in driver behaviour.

FORS also supports Brake through sponsorship of key events. From the Fleet Safety Awards and the Fleet Safety Conference, to more recent sponsorship of the Fleet Safety Innovation Award in 2022, these events provide valuable platforms to showcase best practice and highlight operators who are leading the way in safety standards.

“The partnership between FORS and Brake is built on shared knowledge and expertise,” said FORS Concession Director, Geraint Davies. “Brake brings specialist understanding of road risk, crash prevention and victim support, while we connect these insights to the day-to-day realities of fleet operation. Together, the collaboration reinforces vital training such as the Safe Driving course, helping to transform new skills into long-term behavioural change for drivers,” he said.

The collaboration between FORS and Brake continues to broaden the reach of the road safety message across schools, communities, operators and the wider public. At the upcoming FORS Annual Conference 2025 in Birmingham, Brake CEO Ross Moorlock will deliver a keynote address on safety and risk management, underlining the shared commitment to safer roads.

Brake CEO, Ross Moorlock, on the importance of the partnership, “A death or serious injury on our roads should be rare — but five people die on the UK’s roads every day, and over 15 times as many suffer serious, life-changing injuries. For families affected, life changes instantly. That’s where Brake’s National Road Victim Service steps in, providing specialist, trauma-informed support to families across the UK.

We work to prevent crashes, reduce harm, and ensure every road victim gets the support they need. With help from organisations like FORS, Brake will support over 2,000 families in 2025. A huge thank you to FORS for your commitment to road safety. If you’d like to help us support more families or drive change for safer roads in your community, please get in touch. Together, we can make a real difference.”

Through a shared partnership, FORS and Brake are not only supporting fleets and drivers, but also helping to create safer communities more widely. It also demonstrates that FORS accreditation is not simply about compliance, it’s about being part of a national movement for safer roads.

Five people die on the UK’s roads every day, and over 15 times as many suffer serious, life-changing injuries.

Ross Moorlock, Brake CEO