Record breaking cyclist,
adventurer and broadcaster
"My passion for cycling started as a young boy in rural Scotland and has taken me all over the world. And I want to see everyone being able to enjoy cycling whatever their lifestyle. I have witnessed first-hand the great cycling cultures of other European nations and am aware of the role that a stricter legislation in Civil Law has played in countries like the Netherlands, Denmark, Germany, France to help bring about safer roads.
"Having learned more about the Road Share campaign's calls for a system of presumed liability, I firmly believe that their proposals would go a long way to helping improve the safety and cycling culture in Scotland. This is an area the Scottish Government should be taking a closer look at if it is truly committed to safeguarding cyclists and non motorised road users whilst at the same time getting more Scots on their bikes.
“I believe by introducing presumed liability to our Civil legal system, and therefore bringing Scotland into line with most of Europe, it would ensure injured cyclists and pedestrians are compensated quickly and fairly. This is vital if we are to encourage more Scots to see their world by bike and encourage a change of mindset in drivers."
Craig MacLean
Craig MacLean, originally
from Grantown-on-Spey, is the only British cyclist (second ever) to
have won medals at both Olympic and Paralympic games.
“I fully support Road
Share’s call for presumed liability as I believe any measure or
campaign that raises the awareness of cyclist safety on our roads
is a positive step forwards in improving the culture amongst all
road users.
Dr Andrew Murray
GP, runner,
author, and endurance athlete
“I like
the fact that more cycle lanes are in place, and that speed limits
are being cut in some residential areas but I recognise more needs
to be done to improve our cycling cultures and I think bringing the
UK into line with the rest of Europe by protecting the more
vulnerable road users would be a positive step.
“My wife
was knocked off her bike recently by a motorist turning left
without indicating who ‘hadn't thought about a bike being there’.
Incidents like this show me why a culture that respects all road
users, in vehicles, on bikes and on foot is needed.
“It is
great to see the cultural shift that has been achieved in relation
to drink driving and the wearing of seatbelts, and presumed
liability may be part of a solution that could increase health and
happiness in Scotland.
"We know
that getting active, and staying active is one of the best things
that we can do for our health. For example, walking or cycling 2.5
hours a week would on average increase the life expectancy of a
couch potato by 7.2 years. Regular exercise also makes us
happier. So, making the roads as friendly an environment for
cyclists, runners and walkers alike is absolutely key to getting
more people more active more often and I believe a system of
presumed liability can help achieve this.”
Nick
Nairn
"Cycling
is an excellent form of exercise that I myself enjoy and I feel it
should be accessible to all. It is important to me that all
road users share a mutual respect for one another and help keep
each other safe.
I am
happy to lend my support to Cycle Law Scotland’s campaign for
strict liability as I understand the importance of protecting all
road users involved in accidents. Introducing a clear line of
responsibility has the potential to increase awareness amongst
cyclists, pedestrians and drivers which could ultimately save
lives.
Scotland
has the opportunity to take the lead and change attitudes towards
cyclists on our roads. I believe it could encourage more people to
take up cycling and help make us a healthier
nation."
Former Scotland and
British Lions rugby
Internationalist
“For
Jenny and I, this is all about awareness. All road users need to be
far more aware of cyclists who use the road. Scott and Jenny
HastingsThis can be as simple as giving more space to a cyclist
when passing or overtaking but we also believe that cyclists also
have a responsibility to be more visible to other road
users.
Cycle Law
Scotland will help to make our roads safer for all cyclists and we
would urge as many people as possible to support this worthwhile
campaign."
Karen
Darke
British Paralympic
Cyclist, Paratriathalete, Adventurer and
Author
“I am keen to support Cycle Law Scotland’s plans for stricter liability as I feel there needs to be significant changes to the UK’s cycling culture.
“From my
own personal experience, cyclists riding in Europe are afforded
much more respect and acknowledgement both by drivers and the
infrastructure in place. For example, signs urging motor vehicles
to be aware of cyclists and wider overtaking lanes.
"Whilst I
support the aims of the Road Share Campaign, to support the most
vulnerable, I also feel strongly about increasing the level of
responsibility taken by all road users towards their own safety.
Whether driver, cyclist or pedestrian, it's key that we all take
the appropriate steps to avoid harming others through either
wearing seat-belts, hi-vis clothing, safety helmets, or just taking
the extra tim to look around us."
The Road
Share campaign has set up a steering group to take things
forward.
To find out more about the individual members of the Steering group and its overall remit.
The campaign has attracted Cross Party support at Holyrood. See who is supporting, who is undecided and who doesn't support the campaign.
The
Campaign has successfully attracted a number of celebrity
supporters who feel strongly about the introduction of presumed
liability and have given their support.
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