The National Motorcyclists Council (NMC) has launched a new campaign which aims to put motorcycling on the map in parliamentary constituencies in advance of the General Election.
The ‘Motorcycling Matters’ manifesto has been created by the NMC’s members – and sets out in simple terms what motorcyclists need the post-election Government to deliver for motorcycling.
It presents a ‘positive vision’ for the future of transport and the role of motorcycling within this, featuring seven key themes:
- Transport Choice: Bringing motorcycling into the mainstream of transport policy
- The introduction of improved and simplified licensing, training and testing
- Safer roads for riding, tackling potholes and proper investment in motorcycle safety
- Adoption of a ‘technology neutral’ approach to decarbonisation, preserving rider choice
- Default access to all bus lanes, continued free parking and protecting motorcycle access to the full road network, including sealed and green roads
- Ensuring greater recognition of and support for the UK motorcycle sports sector
- Recognition of the cultural importance of the classic bike sector and protection for the UK’s motorcycling heritage
The NMC says this is a campaign where every rider can make a difference. The NMC and its members are calling for all motorcyclists to ask candidates to sign a ‘pledge’ to support motorcycling.
Craig Carey-Clinch, NMC executive director, said: “The forthcoming General Election is probably the most important for motorcycling in a generation. We face a situation where, like 1997, all political parties have everything to play for.
“With a strong likelihood of a change in Government, there is now a real opportunity to reshape the narrative and thinking around motorcycling and send a clear message to candidates about what riders need from a new government.
“We urge all riders to support the campaign and help to make a real difference for motorcycling both locally and nationally.”
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