Free bike lights for cyclists in Cambridge

Free bike lights for cyclists in Cambridge

Dear Resident,

With the darker evenings now here, I wanted to share some of the work we’ve been doing to help keep cyclists safe on Cambridge’s roads.

On Tuesday evening, I joined neighbourhood officers and Specials on Mill Road, where we spoke to cyclists about the importance of having working lights and being visible to other road users.

The good news is that the majority of cyclists we saw already had lights, which was really positive.

For those who didn’t, rather than simply issuing a £30 fine, we were able to offer and fit a free pair of lights there and then. More than 75 cyclists took us up on the offer during the two hours we were there, thanks to lights supplied by Cambridgeshire County Council.

We also spoke to people about other things that can put themselves and others at risk, including cycling through red lights or on pavements. We reminded e-scooter riders that they shouldn’t be riding on pavements or carrying passengers.

Our aim isn’t simply to issue fines. We want to help people make safer choices and prevent collisions in the first place.

If you cycle, please make sure you've got working lights before setting off in the dark. Being seen is such a simple thing, but it can make a real difference to your safety.

Kind Regards,

PC AJ Boddington

Casualty Reduction Officer