§ Mr. CoxTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport if his Department will introduce a public campaign on the need for cyclists to have both a front and rear light when riding a pedal cycle during the hours of darkness; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Kenneth CarlisleMy Department is planning to launch a cycling safety campaign in March and our publicity material will include advice on the use of lights by cyclists.
§ Mr. HallTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what steps he proposes to introduce to stop motorists driving too close to motor cyclists and pedal cyclists.
§ Mr. Kenneth CarlisleAdvice to motorists to give cyclists plenty of room is contained in the "Highway Code", "The Driving Manual", "Your Driving Test" and a leaflet currently being issued with vehicle excise duty reminders.