Mayor joins police to hand out cycle safety packs
Tower Hamlets Enforcement Officer Bryony Parkinson with Danielle Linsday and Alisha Patel - Credit: Archant
Tower Hamlets Council has joined forces with the Metropolitan Police to improve cycle safety in the area.
Mayor Lutfur Rahman gives cyclist Sadiq a cycle safety bag with Superintendent Rob Revill - Credit: Archant
They gave away safety packs in Mile End as well as offering advice on improving safety on the road.
The packs, which were funded by the council, contain a high visibility jacket, reflective accessories, flashing armbands and a small holdall.
Lights were also given to cyclists who did not have them.
Mayor of Tower Hamlets, Lutfur Rahman, said: “Keeping cyclists safe on the roads is of huge importance and I’m delighted we have been able to provide these safety packs to ensure high visibility when cycling.
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“It was encouraging to see the cyclists engaging with the police and council officers and I hope the additional safety advice will help cyclists to stay safe on our roads.”
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