Consultation on allowing motorcycles to access bus lanes

[Ste]

This consultation seeks views on allowing motorcycles to access bus lanes by default, as is the case for pedal cycles. Under the provisions of TSRGD, the pedal cycle symbol may not be omitted from bus lane signs without special authorisation from the department.

For the purpose of this consultation, the term ‘motorcycles’ refers to solo-powered 2-wheelers including mopeds but excluding e-scooters. The term ‘bus lanes’ refers to with-flow and contra-flow bus lanes.

The government is interested in hearing views from local authorities and other organisations and individuals who may have relevant information, in order to understand the implications of any change in policy.

The outcome of this consultation may be used to inform updated advice to local authorities and future regulatory changes.

https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/motorcycles-in-bus-lanes

[Easy-X]

Filled in. Fuck you, Lambeth Borough Council.
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Husqvarna Vitpilen 401, Yamaha XSR700, Honda Rebel, Yamaha DT175, Suzuki SV650 (loan) Fazer 600, Keeway Superlight 125, 50cc turd scooter

[Fat Angry Scotsman]

Done and even took the time to find and cite research supporting the environmental as well as safety benefits of allowing motorcycles to use bus lanes and other congestion reduction measures (i.e., dedicated lanes).
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PRESENT: 2018 BMW S1000XR SE Sport.
PAST: 2009 Kawasaki ER-6F. 2021 Zontes ZT-125U.

[A100man]

[Bhud]

Done. There needs to be consistency at a nationwide level. Having to maneuvre in and out of a bus lane on the same stretch of road on a single journey because permissions keep resetting is silly.

[Andy_Pagin]

Done, though I doubt it will make any difference,
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They're coming to take me away, ho-ho, hee-hee, ha-haaa, hey-hey,
the men in white coats are coming to take me away.
Yamaha Vity -> YBR125 -> FZS600 Fazer -> FZ1-S Fazer