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New safety scheme to improve driving skills

2:38pm Wednesday 9th January 2002


Motorists in the Borehamwood area can improve their driving skills by joining an advanced driver course which will be run by the county council's road safety unit.

An advanced course for drivers and motorcyclists will be held on the evening of Tuesday, February 12, in Potters Bar. The course will cover defensive driving techniques, hazard perception, and adapting to weather conditions. Participants will be able to accompany a police instructor for a demonstration drive. For details call 01992 556818.

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