Gardaí should focus on drivers – not cyclists

THE gardaí recently announced they would be “clamping down” on cyclists who jump red lights or have no lights on their bikes, but their priority should be in pursuing motorists who break the law by endangering the lives of others.

Pedestrians and cyclists who cross roads against the lights do so when it is safe – it is only themselves who are at risk.

Anyone who cycles frequently encounters careless and aggressive motorists. However, most people get very irate about cyclists and pedestrians risking their lives and yet are quite indifferent to motorists risking the lives of others by dangerous driving.