North Yorkshire Police have a released a statement to guide the county in staying roadside following the clocks going back last Saturday.
Police wanted to remind cyclists, horse riders and pedestrians about the importance of ensuring that they are seen by other road users.
They are taking part in a national campaign that starts today and runs until the 11th November and focuses on vulnerable road users.
It aims to make the roads safer for cyclists, horse riders and pedestrians.
Police state that people need to think about how visible they are to other road users.
Pedestrians are reminded to always use pedestrian crossings where possible, especially those taking journeys to and from school.
Cyclists should ensure their bikes are in good working order and carry front and rear lights.
Anyone who is on or near a highway should have some form of high visibility clothing or reflective material, such as the one shown in the image below.
It’s also important to remember that when on or near the road you should always stay alert and where possible make eye contact with drivers.
If you spot irresponsible or dangerous driving, try to make a note of the number plate, and report it to the North Yorkshire Police at the earliest opportunity.
If you have dash-cam footage of the offense, then you can upload that to the North Yorkshire Police website under Operation Snap.
The campaign is also aimed at highlighting to drivers that everyone has the right to use the roads.
As part of the activity the Road Safety Team will be engaging will all road users to highlight risks and offer advice.
Police will be on the lookout for people who are not visible after dark and will look to engage with them.
The York and North Yorkshire Road Safety Partnership will be also offering free bike lights at various locations across the county.
Inspector Clive Turner from North Yorkshire Police’s Roads Policing Group said,
“With the clocks going back on Sunday we have reached the time of the year where it gets dark quickly and it’s important that everyone is visible.
“This campaign is aimed at anyone who uses the road, we all carry a responsibility to help reduce serious and fatal collisions, our actions on the road impact not just us but others."
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