When I Was Young

From My Say, My Views in 60 Seconds

MY PAPER THURSDAY JUNE 26, 2008

THE Government’s plan to allow cyclists to share footpaths with pedestrians has received much feedback. But the authorities may wish to rectify some of the existing problems first.

Some footpaths are so narrow that it is not possible for both cyclists and pedestrians to use them at the same time. Cyclists also need to equip their bikes with lights and a warning bell.

And, most importantly, cyclists need to give way to pedestrians when they are on the footpaths – and not the other way round.

Mr Ishwar Mahtani