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I'm rather of the opinion that if strict liability came in it might also encourage the kind of reckless pricks who ride at full pelt through busy pedestrian crossings or shopping areas to ride with a bit more responsibility and care. They would do this not only because they would be automatically liable for any pedestrians they hit, but also because the danger from motor traffic that causes people to think it is safer to jump red lights even when there are people crossing the road would diminish.