Be safe and not sorry on the roads this weekend!

We may have the “typical” bank holiday weather, but we are still seeing an influx of motorbikes on our roads across this three-day weekend.

Once again, we are increasing the number of officers that we have on patrol on marked and unmarked police bikes in North Yorkshire.

Many motorcyclists will have heard the common phrase of “sorry mate, I didn’t see you” from other motorists after their vehicles have pulled out in front of them, bringing the rider to a rapid halt.

Our officers, staff and police volunteers will be trying to prevent any further “SMIDSY” incidents across this long weekend. Its part of a national campaign from the National Police Cheifs’ Council (NPCC) called Project Apex. The purpose of the operation is to work with motorcyclists to ensure that everyone gets home safely.

The Ride Craft website Ride Craft Hub provides motorcyclists with tips and explainers from pro riders all aimed at encouraging a smarter ride.

From Scarborough to Settle and Stokesley to Selby we will be out in force with our partnership trailer, police motorbikes and cars, so if you see us, please say hello to the team! The main aim of the operation is to engage with motorcyclists, but we will also have a close eye on the road network and if we encounter motorists having a clear lack of respect for the law we will deal with this appropriately.

Enjoy the scenery, but please, let’s work together to make sure everyone gets home safely.