Oxford Vision Zero event offers free bike checks and locks

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 1 Nov, 21:02 · Archive

Oxford will host its annual Vision Zero cycling safety event on Broad Street on November 4, running from 10am to 4pm. The event is a collaboration between Oxfordshire County Council, Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, Thames Valley Police, Cyclox and the University of Oxford.

The day will include bike registration, minor repairs and safety checks alongside practical demonstrations. A lorry cab will be displayed to raise awareness of vehicle blind spots, giving cyclists and pedestrians a first-hand view of what drivers can and cannot see from the cab.

Police will distribute free bike locks and provide information about e-scooter and e-bike regulations. Road safety stalls will also operate throughout the day. Andy Ford, Road Safety Manager at Oxfordshire County Council's Fire and Rescue Service, said the event would help people ensure their bikes are in good working order and have visible lights. As darkness falls, the 'Be Bright, Be Seen' campaign will focus on educating cyclists about riding without lights and the importance of visibility after dark.

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• Oxford cycling safety event to offer free bike checks and locksThe annual Vision Zero event will be held on Broad Street, in Oxford, on November 4, running from 10am to 4pm.Oxford Mail · 1 Nov, 20:00
• Oxford cycling safety event to offer free bike checks and locksThe annual Vision Zero event will be held on Broad Street, in Oxford, on November 4, running from 10am to 4pm.Oxfordshire Guardian · 1 Nov, 20:00

In this story: Oxfordshire County Council · Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service · Thames Valley Police · University of Oxford · Cyclox · Oxford · Andy Ford

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