Formula 1’s Lewis Hamilton backs road safety scheme

Formula 1’s Lewis Hamilton backs road safety scheme

A road safety campaign for school children has been launched in Surrey by motor racing star Lewis Hamilton.

The educational scheme for pupils aged 14 to 18 will offer hands-on driving experience and training.

Pupils will also have discussions about the responsibilities of being not only a driver, but also a passenger and a pedestrian.

It was developed by council, fire and police officers, with the Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy in Weybridge.

Former Formula One world champion Hamilton launched the scheme on Sunday.

He said “It’s a great thing for young kids to come here and at least raise awareness.”

And he added: “Hopefully, they’ll come here and they’ll walk away with a little bit more knowledge which will equip them even better for when they take their own driving lessons and tests.”

source: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/surrey/8397872.stm

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