Deer on British roads

Research

The main aims of the Deer Aware project

Key objectives for the study (Jan 2003 - 2015) included:

A) Developing a well stratified, nation-wide system for collection of standardised sample information on deer related RTAs from relevant sources throughout Great Britain in order:

B) Investigating such aspects of deer behaviour and deer management which may affect accident risks and the effectiveness of differing mitigation measures. On that basis make recommendations regarding potential improvements in the design, installation and maintenance of measures aimed at reducing accidents. Questions to be addressed include:

Highways England, RSPCA, Scottish Natural Heritage, Funded by Welsh Government, The Deer Initiative Highways England, RSPCA, Scottish Natural Heritage, Funded by Welsh Government, The Deer Initiative