Road Traffic (Minimum Passing Distance of Cyclists) Bill 2017

Public bill · Private Member · Introduced

Sets a clear minimum distance that drivers must leave when overtaking a cyclist: 1 metre in areas with speed limits up to 50 km/h, and 1.5 metres above that. It also makes it an offence to pass too closely, with penalties available through a fixed charge or in court. The aim is to protect cyclists, reduce crashes and injuries, and give road users clearer rules for sharing the road safely.

Formal long title

Bill entitled an Act to introduce protection for cyclists by setting safe lateral distance when being passed by motor vehicles

Last updated 13 February 2020