Just for info.... Not sure if this has been posted but just got this email from CTC...
Thanks to the email you sent to the Ministry of Justice in August in support of changes to the Victims Code, cyclists hit by careless drivers are now one step closer to having the same rights as victims of other crimes.
On Monday the Government announced the following changes to the Code:
The definition of victim has been extended to include all victims of crime, including victims of road traffic offences like careless driving, drink driving and speeding. Now, anyone who becomes a victim whilst cycling will be able to access support services and information about prosecution decisions.
Victims who report a crime will now receive a written acknowledgement from the police. This will benefit cyclists who have previously had diffculty in getting any recognition from the police.
The Code now applies to the Health and Safety Executive, which will benefit cyclists injured by people driving for work.
Unfortunately, it's not all good news. The Government refused to extend the Victims' Right to Review scheme to all offences, not just the most serious. This means many cyclists injured in collisions still will not be able to challenge a police decision not to charge a driver.
We're considering what steps to take next to ensure all road crime victims can challenge decisions not to take action against irresponsible drivers.
Please help us ensure all victims of road crime have equal rights by making a donation to support CTC's campaigning work.
Thank you for your support.
Rhia
Rhia Favero
CTC Campaigns Team
Thanks to the email you sent to the Ministry of Justice in August in support of changes to the Victims Code, cyclists hit by careless drivers are now one step closer to having the same rights as victims of other crimes.
On Monday the Government announced the following changes to the Code:
The definition of victim has been extended to include all victims of crime, including victims of road traffic offences like careless driving, drink driving and speeding. Now, anyone who becomes a victim whilst cycling will be able to access support services and information about prosecution decisions.
Victims who report a crime will now receive a written acknowledgement from the police. This will benefit cyclists who have previously had diffculty in getting any recognition from the police.
The Code now applies to the Health and Safety Executive, which will benefit cyclists injured by people driving for work.
Unfortunately, it's not all good news. The Government refused to extend the Victims' Right to Review scheme to all offences, not just the most serious. This means many cyclists injured in collisions still will not be able to challenge a police decision not to charge a driver.
We're considering what steps to take next to ensure all road crime victims can challenge decisions not to take action against irresponsible drivers.
Please help us ensure all victims of road crime have equal rights by making a donation to support CTC's campaigning work.
Thank you for your support.
Rhia
Rhia Favero
CTC Campaigns Team
