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If the driver ahead has indicated left, slowed, and the cyclist has come up the inside in the mean time - it's the cyclist who's being bloody stupid.
That may as well be, but the responsiblites still lie on the drivers;
Rules 204;
The most vulnerable road users are pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists and horse riders. It is particularly important to be aware of children, older and disabled people, and learner and inexperienced drivers and riders.Rule 211;
It is often difficult to see motorcyclists and cyclists, especially when they are coming up from behind, coming out of junctions, at roundabouts, overtaking you or filtering through traffic. Always look out for them before you emerge from a junction; they could be approaching faster than you think. When turning right across a line of slow-moving or stationary traffic, look out for cyclists or motorcyclists on the inside of the traffic you are crossing. Be especially careful when turning, and when changing direction or lane. Be sure to check mirrors and blind spots carefully.Rule 212;
When passing motorcyclists and cyclists, give them plenty of room (see Rules 162 to 167). If they look over their shoulder it could mean that they intend to pull out, turn right or change direction. Give them time and space to do so.Rule 213;
Motorcyclists and cyclists may suddenly need to avoid uneven road surfaces and obstacles such as drain covers or oily, wet or icy patches on the road. Give them plenty of room and pay particular attention to any sudden change of direction they may have to make.
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If the driver ahead has indicated left, slowed, and the cyclist has come up the inside in the mean time - it's the cyclist who's being bloody stupid.
We have cars, lorries and bikes sharing the roads. It's not fucking ideal, but it's the way it is. Us cyclists can scream all we want about being vulnerable and motorists needing to take care, but we've got to take care of ourselves too. Most of us do. Some are too stupid to do so sometimes. Sometimes a sign might help. Mostly it doesn't.