Number Plates for Bikes 18/07/2006

In an effort to combat law breaking cyclists who drive on the pavement and run red traffic lights, Londons Mayor, Ken Livingstone is exploring the possibility of registration plates for bicycles to identify and potentially fine offenders.

Ken told London radio station LBC: 'I'm now persuaded we should actually say that bikes and their owners should be registered. There should be a number plate on the back so that the ones breaking the law, we can get them off the cameras. It's the only way you can do it.' He continued.. "You've got to have legislation, but I think, most likely we'll look at putting up what's called a private bill and I think I can get the London boroughs, all of them, irrespective of parties, to most likely go along with that and have a proper vehicle/bike registration."