(Actually I do think that in the absense of similarly standardised cycling training new cyclists should be encouraged take a CBT course on a moped to learn some 2-wheeled safety, control and road sense.)
Huh? Are you aware that there is a National Standard for cycle training?
Huh? Are you aware that there is a National Standard for cycle training?
http://www.dft.gov.uk/pgr/sustainable/cycling/cyclingpolicyoverview?page=9
http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=378
http://www.bikeright.co.uk/services/instructor_training/national_standard/
It should obviously be made compulsory and funded more generously.
It's highly recommended in any case for everyone to take it. Have you not done it yet?