Careless drivers overtaking cyclists in Cambridge face fines
Discussion
Careless drivers overtaking cyclists in Cambridge face fines
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cambridgeshir...
Motorists who overtake cyclists without giving them enough room are being targeted and could be fined.
Plain-clothed police officers on cycles will be out in Cambridge to ensure drivers adopt a "safe pass" approach.
The Operation Velo police campaign says the "optimum" overtaking clearance width between the cycle and motor vehicle is of 1.5m (4.9ft).
If prosecuted for careless driving, motorists could be fined £100 and get three points on their licence.
There were 489 collisions involving cyclists on Cambridgeshire's roads between 2012 and 2016.........................Continues
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cambridgeshir...
Motorists who overtake cyclists without giving them enough room are being targeted and could be fined.
Plain-clothed police officers on cycles will be out in Cambridge to ensure drivers adopt a "safe pass" approach.
The Operation Velo police campaign says the "optimum" overtaking clearance width between the cycle and motor vehicle is of 1.5m (4.9ft).
If prosecuted for careless driving, motorists could be fined £100 and get three points on their licence.
There were 489 collisions involving cyclists on Cambridgeshire's roads between 2012 and 2016.........................Continues
Gassing Station | General Gassing | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff