West Yorkshire Police are amongst the first in the country to roll out the 'Safe Pass' initiative as they launch the scheme in Leeds.
From today, 3 May, plain clothed officers from across Yorkshire's largest force will be cycling on the city's busiest roads identifying motorists who pass too close for comfort, fail to give way at junctions or are distracted from having a proper view whilst driving.
Offenders who pass too close to the cyclist will be offered an on-the-spot educational input on safe overtaking using a specially designed floor mat. Anyone who declines to take part in the tutorial, or who is deemed to have committed a particularly hazardous overtaking manoeuvre could be prosecuted for driving without due care and attention.
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