Everything tagged with safety

Article: Minimising risk while cycling in London

These tips make the roads safer for you, and for other people. Novice and experienced cyclists alike can learn a lot from cycle training, so contact your local council to ask about free or subsidised lessons: Be extra careful near large lorries...

Article: Cycle Hire users depend on London drivers taking more care

photo A key factor for a safer Cycle Hire Scheme this summer is more attentive driving, says LCC City centre drivers are being urged to take more care after the Cycle Hire Scheme launches on 30 July 2010.   LCC campaigns offi...

Article: Global review of evidence concludes that speed cameras work

A global review of speed camera effectiveness has concluded they are "a worthwhile intervention" for reducing serious injuries. However, the review says more studies are needed to deduce exactly how effective speed cameras are. Reductions in ave...

Article: Transport for London lorry safety poster misinforms cyclists and drivers

LCC's version of the poster makes it clear the lorry driver shares responsibility for cyclist safety The TfL version incorrectly states that a driver couldn't see these cyclists: he could if his mirrors were correctly fitted, adjusted, and he...