I REFER to John Monaghan’s letter which was published as lead letter on consecutive days last week.
Yes, cycling on the pavement can be antisocial but, I believe most cyclists who occasionally cycle there (simply because it’s often safer) will go back on the road if a pedestrian is likely to be inconvenienced.
As regards to the police doing it, I am sure they are well aware of the negative public perception, so would only cycle on pavements if absolutely necessary.
I’m afraid the idea of a citizen’s arrest for this offence is not possible.
It’s a summary-only offence so does not carry a power of arrest I’m afraid, John, so no games will be commencing other than the potentially farcical unlawful arrest that you have endorsed!
JON KELLY Eastern Avenue Littlemore Oxford
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