The Freight Transport Associate recently released a Cycling
Code. It’s aim is to improve the safety of cyclists on the roads
and reduce collisions between commercial vehicles and cyclists.
The code is well worth reading, and can be done so here. Here
are a few interesting tips for cyclists and drivers take from
the code. Top tips for cyclists 1 Know the law and observe it
The law is clear that as road users, cyclists are bound by all
the same rules as motorised vehicles.Whether this relates to
alcohol, roadworthiness or traffic signals, failure to observe
the law puts both cyclists and other road users in harm’s way. 2
Leave that lorry alone Never undertake a lorry on the left,
especially if you are at a junction. Don’t do this even if there
is a cycle lane. Remember if you cycle on the left-hand side of
a lorry you are in the driver’s blind spot and if the lorry
turns, you will have no escape. It is difficult for drivers of
large vehicles to see you, so don’t hide by the side of the
vehicle. 3 Make eye conta