spindrift Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 HGVs account for 45 per cent of all London cyclists' deaths, and one in five of cyclists' deaths in the UK, yet represent only five per cent. of road traffic. The driver couldn't speak English, had mirrors that weren't adjusted correctly, was in a vehicle wider than the lane, failed to notice a cyclist ahead of him in broad daylight, and killed her by smashing into her from behind. Verdict "Accidental Death". Punishment= £200 fine: http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/standard/article-23886884-dead-cyclists-family-angered-by-pound-200-fine-for-lorry-driver.do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattleonard Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 want to cycle on roads, pay tax like other road users, simple as. I agree! But I'd take it further: http://www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/showthread.php?t=678748 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyclone Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 Road tax doesn't exist, but if you mean vehicle excise duty, bikes would be zero rated... Duh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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