Death by dangerous cycling to become an offence

Causing death or serious injury by dangerous or careless cycling is set to become an offence, after the government agreed to a change in the law. Under the change, dangerous cyclists could face up to 14 years in prison.

It followed campaigning by Tory MP Iain Duncan Smith who said cyclists should be accountable for reckless behaviour. The law change will be introduced after Sir Iain proposed an amendment to the Criminal Justice Bill, which is currently going through Parliament.

Speaking in the House of Commons, the former Conservative leader said his proposal was not “anti-cycling”.

“Quite the opposite, it’s about making sure this takes place in a safe and reasonable manner,” Sir Iain said.