Call to sign cyclists' charter

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The pioneering voluntary scheme requires them to pledge their support for safe and responsible riding.

It is being tested in Watford and if it is a success could be introduced in parts of the capital.

Although the six-point code is not binding, officials believe it will raise awareness among the capital's one million bicycle owners of their responsibilitieson the road and ease tensions between road users.

Key articles in the code include using cycle routes wherever possible, giving way to pedestrians and taking extra care at junctions and corners.

As an incentive, signatories are rewarded with the gift of a bell.

A Watford council spokesman said: "Having the bell on their bike will be a ready reminder when they are cycling that they have signed up to the code. We hope it will make cyclists more aware of their surroundings, environment and potential hazards."

The project has already attracted interest from a number of local authorities including Westminster council, which controls the West End.

Councillor Danny Chalkley, cabinet member for economic development and transport, said: "Any initiative which helps to ensure all road users, be they cyclists, drivers or motorcyclists, are considerate-to one another and pedestrians, has to be commended."

Included in Watford's cycle code is the advice:

Cycle safely in the town centre and give way to pedestrians.

Keep an eye out for vehicles.

Use your bell to warn people that you are there.

The move comes as the Evening Standard continues its campaign to improve conditions on the roads for London's burgeoning cycling community. An estimated 500,000 bike journeys are made in the capital every day.