Of the 400 or so pedestrians killed on UK roads every year, about one or two on average are struck by bikes. Some campaigners have questioned whether there is an urgent need for a law specifically relating to cyclists given the rarity of such deaths.
Boardman’s mother, Carol, was killed after her bike was struck by a pick-up truck in July 2016; there has yet to be a decision over whether the driver should be prosecuted.Boardman said: “Whilst I can empathise with Matt Briggs more than anyone, laws should be developed so the penalties are proportionate to the ability to cause harm. This means basing them on evidence not headlines. I’m all for tougher penalties if they lead to actual reduction in casualties on the road
