Reading in this weeks MCN. Police are to ramp up a campaign to get more riders to wear safety vests.
The article goes on to read. Thousands of motorcyclists could be stopped by police for not wearing high-visibilty clothing as more forces adopt a policy already seen in the South-east. Riders will be pulled up & given a lecture on "being seen" as well as reflective vests put on over leathers.
Motorcycle lobbyists say the schemes signals a shift of blame onto riders for accidents caused by drivers who don't see them (SMIDSY)
The Motorcyle Action Group (MAG) believes its a step towards reduced insurance payouts for riders NOT in hi-vis, to be followed by new laws making the gear compulsary.
The group is urging riders stopped to make a formal complaint to the relevant force.
