EU Written Declaration on HGVs - PLEASE SUPPORT

Hello,

I was hoping that LFGSS forum members would again support us in our campaign against HGVs / Lorries.

Would you please take the time to find your MEP here http://www.writetothem.com/ and send them a letter like the one suggested below (as you'll see below they reject letters that are copy pasted - thanks everyone for pointing it out).

It would also be great if you have mates in Europe who would also do the same.

Thanks,

Jo

Dear [MEP's name]

I am writing because I would be very grateful if you would sign
European Parliament Written Declaration 81 on improving road safety
through the elimination of blind spots around lorries (trucks).

Despite accounting for only a small share of traffic on Europe's roads,
Heavy Goods Vehicles are involved in a disproportionately high number of
collisions each year. The problem lies in blind spots to the front and
side that make cyclists and pedestrians invisible to the driver.

Legislation to increase mirrors on vehicles has not solved the problem.
Estimates suggest 2000 cyclists still die on roads in the EU each year,
with Heavy Goods Vehicles involved in a high proportion of those
fatalities.

The solution is to install sensors and cameras on lorries, and advances
in technology mean this is now both practical and affordable. Written
Declaration 81 urges the Commission to give urgent consideration to this
and to the fitting of advanced emergency braking systems and lane
departure warning systems.

Your support for this Declaration will help end unnecessary injuries and
deaths on roads across Europe. I urge you to sign it as soon as
possible. The declaration lapses on February 17th.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Yours sincerely,

[Constituent's name]