"More than 100 cyclists were killed and more than 3,000 were seriously injured in the UK last year.
The figures have so shocked staff at one hospital in Birmingham, they have launched their own safety campaign to try to save lives. "
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Birmingham hospital launches own cycle safety campaign
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Posted 12 years ago #
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I haven't clicked on the links yet, but I'm going to predict that, rather than instructing drivers on key safety behaviours like not cutting across or driving into cyclists, speeding, using mobiles etc, they're going to be focused on getting the victims of road collisions to take responsibility for being involved in them.
Posted 12 years ago # -
Actually fairly well balanced after a quick look at the beeb report. Although does a good job of step around the Elephant in the Room by simply stating that roads with cars on them are dangerous and there is nothing to be done about it...
Posted 12 years ago # -
There are a couple of vague and brief mentions that drivers should take some responsibility in amongst all of the stuff about how its all the cyclists.
Posted 12 years ago # -
Yep, the actual campaign appears purely aimed at cyclists, so it was only the reporting that even gave some nod towards motorists...
Still, at least the recommended helmet benefits are not oversold - [they] can help prevent a minor head injury if you fall from your bike. (emphasis mine)
Robert
Posted 12 years ago #
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