WMP targets cycle ‘close pass’ drivers in UK policing first

Cycling groups have praised West Midlands Police for becoming the first force in the country to proactively target "close pass" drivers who endanger riders.
 
Rules of the road stipulate motorists should give cyclists at least the same space as vehicles when overtaking.
 
Anyone encroaching inside that safe passing distance − widely considered to be a minimum of 1.5 metres − runs the risk of being prosecuted for driving without due care and attention.
 
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