Blue Light Aware is a public information video about exactly what to do when drivers see the emergency services on a blue light run.

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Space: Vital for space exploration, but even more vital for emergency crews! 🚨🚗 Day 10 of our #OpSpotlight series details how to give 999 vehicles room in our latest #BlueLightAwarevideo: 🛑 Pull over with enough room for large vehicles 🛑 Park responsibly 📲 Watch & share
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Ever had an 999 vehicle start weaving across all lanes in front of you? 🚨🚗 Day 9 of our #OpSpotlight support breaks down rolling road blocks in our latest #BlueLightAware video: 🛑 How & why they’re implemented 🛑 What to expect 🛑 When it's safe to pass 📲 Watch & share
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Stuck in traffic on a motorway with sirens behind you? 🚨🚗 Day 8 of our #OpSpotlight support has a #BlueLightAware video with all you need to know. 🛑 Keep hard shoulder clear/watch for 999 crews using it 🛑 Learn how to form an emergency corridor 📲 Watch & share
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You’re out driving and spot an 999 vehicle stopped in live traffic up ahead. What’s to do? 🚨🛣️ Day 7 of our #OpSpotlight support looks at stationary 999 vehicles in our latest #BlueLightAware video 🛑 Why vehicles stop in live lanes 🛑 Warning signs to spot 📲 Watch & share:
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Roundabouts + emergency sirens = instant pressure for new drivers. 🚨🔄 For Day 6 of #OpSpotlight, our #BlueLightAware video breaks down how to navigate roundabouts safely when emergency crews need to pass. 💡 Learn clear signalling and safe positioning Watch | Learn | Share
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Double solid white lines + blue lights behind you: Do you stop or keep going? 🚨🛣️ For Day 5 of #OpSpotlight, our #BlueLightAware video breaks down how to handle this tricky scenario safely and legally. 📲 Watch & share:
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A motorway breakdown is scary for any new driver—and knowing how to react to other broken-down vehicles is just as critical. 🚗⚠️ Day 4 of our #OpSpotlight support covers motorway breakdown safety and hazard awareness. 📲 Watch & share: #BlueLightAware #RoadSafety
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You see blue lights in your mirror, but there’s nowhere obvious to go. Is pulling over immediately always the right move? 🚨 For Day 3 of #OpSpotlight, our #BlueLightAware video covers 'where to stop' safely without blocking 999 crews. 📲 Watch & share
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You're held at a red light. You're watching for pedestrians & cyclists. Suddenly, blue lights and sirens appear in your mirror... 🚨🚦 For Day 2 of #OpSpotlight, our #BlueLightAware video covers traffic lights: how to stay safe and legal. 📲 Watch & share
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Smart motorways can feel daunting for new drivers—especially when blue lights appear behind you. 🚨 Supporting #OpSpotlight, we’re kicking off our #BlueLightAware series with a guide to smart motorways. Learn how to react safely and legally Watch | Learn | Share 📲
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The #YoungDriverFocus2026 event is today. We look forward to welcoming delegates. It promises to be a fantastic day. Our final #BlueLightAware video covers emergency motorcycles. They can be solo but often work in pairs or more (especially in London). Learn how to respond here
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Day 12 This #BlueLightAware video supporting #YoungDriverFocus2026 is about equestrian safety. There is advice for horse riders and also for 999 drivers.
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Day 11 In this #BlueLightAware video we tackle 999 calls. It's important to know that to do when blue lights are behind you. However, if you come across an incident it's equally important you know how to call 999 and what information to provide. #YoungDriverFocus2026
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Day 10 of our #BlueLightAware videos supporting #YoungDriverFocus2026 next week. This video is about space - ensuring that whatever action you take whether on the move or parked up that you leave enough room for the emergency vehicle to get through.
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Day 9 of our support for #YoungDriverFocus2026 with our #BlueLightAware videos. 99 times out of 100 when affected by a rolling road block you wont even see it. If you do see it or you are right at the front then there are some things you need to know. This video is here to help.
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Day 8 supporting #YoungDriverFocus2026 with our #BlueLightAware videos. This video covers motorways and dual carriageways, when you should move left, how 999 vehicles use the hard shoulder and what an emergency corridor is.
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Day 7 - In this #BlueLightAware video in support of #YoungDriverFocus2026 we look at emergency vehicles stopped in the carriageway on dual carrigeways or motorways. It covers red X's, onboard vehicle matrix signs and what actions you can take.
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Day 6 of our #BlueLightAware support for #YoungDriverFocus2026 This video covers roundabouts and explains what you need to do and consider if a 999 vehicle is approaching the roundabout you are at or on.
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Day 5 of our support for #YoungDriverFocus2026 This video covers double solid white lines. What you need to do might not be what you expect. It often causes debate. We have always said that the #BlueLightAware videos are relevant to ALL drivers and that includes 999 drivers too.
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Day 4 of our #BlueLightAware support for #YoungDriverFocus2026 This video covers breakdowns on the motorway, the dangers that come with them and what you can do to make it safer for you and everyone else.
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