York roads dangerous for cyclists (From York Press)
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York roads dangerous for cyclists
10:20am Thursday 10th December 2009 in Letters By Reader's letter
THE headlines regarding a cyclist’s death (The Press, December 7) illustrate starkly how dangerous it remains to be a cyclist in York.
Over the years, there have been many recorded accidents involving cyclists, but I wonder how many have not been reported?
My regular trips into York can still fill me with a nervous disquiet because of the total disregard some motorists show towards the two-wheeled fraternity. It seems almost a game to some drivers to cut up or drive too close to cyclists.
I welcome the proposal regarding a 20mph speed restriction for buses; but why bother when some motorists don’t even respect the 30mph limit?
Isn’t it about time that advanced driver lessons and cycling proficiency lessons were made compulsory for all who venture on to our roads?
Phil Shepherdson, Chantry Close, Woodthorpe, York.
