Proceeding contribution from Earl Attlee (Conservative) in the House of Lords on Wednesday, 7 March 2012. It occurred during Question for short debate on Roads: Motorists and Cyclists.
Roads: Motorists and Cyclists
My Lords, we have considered it, but it would be a little odd to have a completely different legal system just for cycles. There are serious complexities here that in my opinion are insurmountable. The noble Viscount, Lord Craigavon, talked about advanced stop lines. There appears to be some misunderstanding about the law. It is essential that all motorists read the Highway Code to avoid inadvertently committing an offence and therefore being prosecuted by the police. If I have missed any vital point, I will of course write to noble Lords. In conclusion, I can assure the House that we are committed both to promoting cycling and to improving road safety for all road users, including cyclists. Sitting suspended.
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- 2010-12
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- Accidents Cycling Large goods vehicles Driving instruction Helmets Motor vehicles Protective clothing Pedestrian areas Pedestrians Safety Roads Speed limits Road traffic offences Traffic lights Motor insurance
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