A safer riding scheme set up in response to a rise in motorcycle casualties on Norfolk’s roads has ‘saved lives’, police have said.
Norfolk Constabulary’s Safe Rider was established in 1998 amid concerns about the number of crashes involving bikers.
As it marks its 25th anniversary, Norfolk chief constable Paul Sanford said “It is my firm belief that the interaction with more than 3,000 riders over the last 25 years has undoubtedly saved lives. I am proud of the police motorcyclists that have contributed to the scheme over the years.”
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Baseline figures show there has been a drop in casualties from motorcycle incidents since Safe Rider was introduced.
The on-road skill and theory-based programme, which is based on principles police riders are taught, became a partnership project with Norfolk County Council in 2006.
Council project lead Andy Micklethwaite said: “It’s quite a milestone and the task of developing rider skills continues. It’s important that we attract riders, no matter their experience, to the course. There is always something new to learn.”
Riders get more details by emailing roadsafety@norfolk.gov.uk
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