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Safety warning for cyclists in Hackney as dark nights draw in
Hackney cyclists who ride without lights or high visibility clothing at night-time are facing a crackdown.
The Gazette team has compiled three pedal pledges to encourage all road users to take responsibility for cyclists’ safety in the borough.
They were drawn up with the help of London Cycling Campaign to unite cyclists, motorists and lorry drivers in a common goal.
Readers are urged to sign up to the pledges to take direct action to improve safety.
Cyclists
- Position yourself correctly and safely in the road
- Make sure other drivers can see you and what you are planning to do at all times
- Get as much training as you can
Motorists
- Do not let yourself be distracted (by phones, SAT navs, stress)
- Always be aware of where cyclists could be
- Go slow
Lorry drivers
- Check mirrors and check again
- Use left hand indicators
- Install the best equipment to help you detect cyclists
Pledge Form
By pressing submit I confirm that I agree to abide by the three pedal pledges of the Hackney Cycle Safe campaign.
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