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I finally got a reply from Siobhan McDonagh - too late to make any difference but at least she replied..
Dear *********
Thank you for writing to me asking ]me to sign a motion about cyclists. I am so sorry for the delay in responding. I am also afraid that this motion has now closed, as we are into the next Parliamentary year. However, I do agree entirely with the motion.
I am very concerned about these recent deaths. I am also extremely unhappy that the Mayor has closed the CVEU. It is hard to say how much of a factor this has been in the fatalities, but it is very worrying. At the same time, I think it is important that cyclists, particularly young cyclists, should wear helmets, and should have good training. Sadly, many accidents appear to happen when cyclists find themselves on the inside of a large vehicle, where they are much less visible, and are horribly exposed.
I support cycling, and am pleased that more and more people are travelling in this way, but I want this activity to be as safe as possible.
I hope this helps,but if there is anything else I can do for you please do get in touch.
Yours sincerely,
Siobhain McDonagh