Motorists urged to be wary of young cyclists

Monday, 15 September 2014 00:00

Cycling proficiency training gets underway today at the Island's primary schools.

The courses run at every primary school with 13 scheduled to take place during the autumn term.

Police are asking motorists to be wary when driving near to schools and to take extra care.

Details of locations and dates of all future sessions are highlighted on the Roadwatch website at www.gov.im/residents/roadnotifications.

Inspector Darrill Pearson has this message:

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