Freelance journalist and reporter on the Costa Blanca in Spain, writing for a range of publications, digital and in print, including N332, This is Torrevieja, SpanishVida, Mad Black Cat, Today in Spain, The Leader, Spanish Traffic Law, Mark Nolan´s Podcast, and others.
For many families, the school run means a car journey. Children under 1.35m must never travel in the front seat, and all children must be secured with the correct child restraint or seatbelt. Bags and loose objects should be stored securely.
September brings not just a return to classrooms, but also a return to busier roads. Even for those who are not parents, the school run can have a noticeable impact on daily journeys. Visiting drivers in Spain, unfamiliar with local rules, must be particularly careful.
September focus: school run safety and Guardia Civil flags, plus live alerts on school-zone driving, helmet rules, and a tragic child pedestrian incident.
Coloured flags on Guardia Civil motorcycles serve a distinct and vital role in managing traffic flow on roads, particularly when unforeseen incidents or events occur.
Forest fires, or wildfires, can spread with alarming speed and unpredictable intensity, especially in dry, windy conditions, and once again this year, we have seen an increase in both the number of fires, and the severity.
Safe driving isn’t just about a well-maintained vehicle or good road conditions; it’s profoundly influenced by the driver’s physical and mental state. Within this context, understanding the ‘rebound effect’ is crucial – a dangerous phenomenon that can severely compromise your safety on the road