Scheme to ensure Hull cyclists can be seen in the…

There has been a heated debate on cyclists who ride with no lights in the dark and now an annual scheme is being launched with the clocks going back. As the nights draw in, the issues over cyclists and lights increases. Earlier this month, one motorist bemoaned the number of cyclists he notices with no lights and says it is a dangerous game. Under Road Vehicles Lighting Regulations, cycles must be fitted with a white front light, red rear light, red rear reflector and amber/yellow pedal reflectors on the front and rear of each pedal to be legally used on public roads between sunset and sunrise. However, road users have expressed concern about the number of cyclists riding bikes with no lights or even wearing bright clothing which can also help with visibility. Posting on Hull Live’s traffic and travel Facebook page a couple of weeks ago, Shaun Brownlee expressed concerned cyclists do not seem to be stopped for having no lights by police. Read more: Debate rages over Hull cyclists riding bikes in the dark without lights 'Simplistic' bus lanes change could leave Hull roads 'crumbling', Labour leader Daren Hale says He said: “So could someone tell me if no lights on bicycles are allowed now because I see that many I can’t count but I see police officers just drive by them constantly while us the motorists are playing a waiting game of hitting them.” That sparked a debate with many agreeing with him although others said motorists could also take more care. Following its success in January, Hull City Council has revealed it will again be running its popular Bike Lights For Dark Nights initiative from the end of October, when the clocks go back, through to March 2024, when the clocks go forward again. Earlier this year, six events ran at various locations across the city, including Spring Bank, Anlaby Road, Beverley Road/Clough Road and Freetown Way, resulting in 179 sets of bike lights being issued and 156 hi-vis rucksack covers being distributed. Funded by Safer Roads Humber, the road safety project identifies and supports poorly-illuminated cyclists by providing free bike lights and reflective gear, with the aim of reducing collisions on the city
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