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Met Police launch close pass operation

No roadside education option for professional drivers – they’ll just be reported

Fri, Jul 21, 2017 14:00
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Sussex van driver filmed forcing cyclist off road denies dangerous driving

Driver is reported to have had his employment terminated by firm that owns van

Wed, Jul 19, 2017 16:28
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Near Miss of the Day 16: Police show how to overtake cyclists safely

Dorset Police launched their close pass operation this week and are getting the message across on social media

Fri, Jul 14, 2017 14:00
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Lorry driver convicted of close pass baffled by verdict (+ video)

“I thought it was clear as day to me. I had left more than enough gap”

Fri, Jul 14, 2017 14:00
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11 things we’ve learned this week

Tour predictions, too may near misses and a glowing endorsement of the humble fiver. Here's 11 bike-themed things we've learned this week...

Sat, Jun 24, 2017 10:11
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‘Close pass’ cyclist gets revenge on bus by hitting engine kill switch

Video shows London bus being disabled by cyclist

Sat, Jun 24, 2017 07:56
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Derbyshire police bow to pressure and prosecute driver who cut across cyclist at speed – say they will review policy regarding submission of video evidence

Campaigners applaud force’s willingness to admit mistakes

Sat, Jun 17, 2017 10:56
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Video: Cyclist films moment driver pulled out right in front of him – but says police won’t watch footage

Cycling UK says footage depicts “one of the worst close pass videos” it has ever seen and calls on police to act

Wed, Jun 14, 2017 11:27
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Close-pass crackdown in Bath aborted because gridlock meant cyclists were overtaking cars

Police claim operation was “a success in raising awareness” – but concede that they will have to review timing and location for their next attempt

Wed, Jun 07, 2017 10:50
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National champion Adam Blythe “almost ran off the road” by driver – and is made to apologise by police

Aqua Blue rider was told to say sorry to motorist for calling him a "stupid old man"

Fri, Jun 02, 2017 14:45
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