George Henry

Head of Road Policy and Safety, Transport Scotland

My Speaker Sessions

Wednesday 25 November 2026

11:35

Panel: Enhancing Safety Across Scotland's Roads

11:35 - 12:20

With rising public expectations, new technologies and growing pressure on operational teams, safety remains one of the most important shared responsibilities across Scotland's roads sector - this panel examines what's making a real difference.

  • The role of technology and innovation in improving safety across Scotland’s road network
  • Road Safety Improvement Fund for local authorities - what it's delivering on the ground
  • Proactive data-driven interventions: Using data insights to identify areas of risk, inform decision-making and help target investment
  • Work zone safety: Adopting innovative ways of working and technologies to minimise risk for onsite operatives
  • 20mph rollout: Implementation realities, early outcomes and the challenges still to address