Cycling on footpaths
Sir, — As a cyclist, motorist and pedestrian, I think that the Ministry of Transport people who suggested that cyclists might be allowed to ride on footpaths show their bias towards the motorist. They should try walking for a change, particularly at night. They might start on the university paths where many cyclists charge at high speed/with little thought for walk-
ers. Here, and elsewhere, some show off by cycling with folded arms — even women now do this. Many pedestrians are elderly and hard of hearing and walk because they have no choice. Doubtless it is easier to curtail the pedestrian’s freedom than to tackle the basic problem — inconsiderate, arrogant motorists and careless and often unlit cyclists. Even an uncontrolled child on a trike is a potential danger. And don’t forget that accident compensation is little consolation for the pain and inconvenience experienced by any victim, let alone by one already handicapped. — Yours, etc., JOHN WARHAM. July 15, 1985.
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