"Is dangerous cycling a problem" BBC

You say that but I always try to overtake on the right hand side but partly due to stupid/inadequate/dangerous cycle infastructure cyclists are conditioned to rigidly stick to the left even when passing junctions they have no interest in turning down*. As a result trying to overtake properly on Tower Bridge in the mornings can be tough. I recon some drivers see coming up on the left and purposly stay to the right as they feel, "do one! I've given you bloody cyclists enough space on the left!"

*The junction of Bishops Gate becoming Shoreditch (with Great Eastern St on your left) is a strong example of this.

Horrible things can happen though. Don't do it! :D

If all drivers and cyclists had drummed into them:

• Only pass if you can give safe (ideally 2m) space
  
• Never pass on the left
  
• If shit is in front of you, they can't see you
  
  

^ that's the recipe for successful living that is.