The group clocked 190 drivers, 13 of which were speeding, with one doing 60mph, their details to be passed on to the police. However, one member of the Southwest Local Area Committee scheme has also spoken about cyclists riding "well in excess" of the 30mph limit. "As you'd expect the majority of motorists noticed the hi-vis jackets and dropped their speed accordingly, but we still clocked someone doing 60mph and a group of cyclists at 44 mph," councillor Barbara Masters said. The Highway Code sets out speed limits for vehicles, but does not include bicycles, meaning — byelaw-restricted areas such as some promenades, paths or parks aside — cyclists cannot be fined for speeding. The charge of 'wanton and furious cycling' can also be applied if an injury is caused in the case of a collision.

Source: The Guardian November 22, 2023 18:52 UTC