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APRIL 2012
‘produced for Reps, Activists and interested parties’
The views expressed in this publication are not necessarily the views of the Motorcycle
Action Group (MAG UK)
Editorial 2
MAG Campaigns Office – Action required by you guys on: ABS and John Strongs
challenge to the EU on Type Approval.
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FEMA – Opposing Compulsory ABS - deficient analysis . Misuse of tax payers
money? Parliament vs Council. Breathalysers in France
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Around the Country: London – Bikes in Bus Lanes. East Yorkshire MAG’s victory on
Humber Bridge Tolls. Bath area – Bike Thefts. Drivers urged to THINK BIKE.
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From the House: Bike Testing. 3rd European Driving Licence Directive. House of Commons Transport Committee – Road safety framework (extract). Lobby Day Success.
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Dept of Transport supplementary tables – stats. E-petitions.
Visordown – Tax on Fuel.
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Events 11-17
Contacts 18
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EDITORIAL
On 1 March, Lilian Greenwood MP:
ask the Secretary of State for
Transport what research her
Department plans to carry out on
the risks posed by electric, hybrid
and other quiet vehicles to the
safety of vulnerable pedestrians and
other road users.
Well, we in MAG always do say ‘Loud
Pipes Save Lives’ .
Thing that will affect Riders
directly from the Budget: Increase
in vehicle excise duty in line with
inflation. No changes to fuel duty
plans announced last year (this will
increase in August by the 3% plus
per litre as planned). The Chancellor
has obviously listened to road users
concerns and the implications this
will have on everyone – not.
Brilliant news on East Yorkshire
MAG’s victory on getting the toll for
bikes removed on the Humber
Bridge. It really does pay to work at
these things. Well done chaps.
So, the Rally Season is upon us, and
all the usual great events are coming
up in 2012 plus, no doubt, some new
ones.
Starts, for me, at the Slippit Inn
Rally organised by Glos MAG. If you
haven’t Easter planned then hope to
see you there. If not, then hope to
see you all at the Annual Group
Conference the following weekend.
[apologies to Aine and readers for delays in getting this edition out – Nich]
Ride safe and free, A
[Acknowledgments: George Legg. Pete Walker. Nich Brown. Paddy Tyson. Barbara @ Rowan Publications]
[Anything for Network – email: [email protected].]
STOP PRESS: Date for next round of EU Hands Off Biking protests has been announced –
Sunday 24th June 2012 – More details to be announced at end of April
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FROM MAG’s CAMPAIGNS OFFICE
We have TWO activities for you this month – one to get you MP involved, another for your MEP:
As expected; the EU Parliamentary vote on Anti-Tampering, Compulsory ABS, etc under proposed changes to Type-
Approval, has been POSTPONED to 3rd July 2012, leaving time for more lobbying and for a summer motorcycle
street party as the date for the next round of EU Hands-off Biking protests has been set for 24th June 2012...
Negotiations on the Type Approval Regulation are on-going between the Council of Ministers (the National
Governments), the EU Commission and the EU Parliament, but it would appear (from various sources including our
own DfT) that there is some distance between the various views, so a common position may still be some time
coming.
It is remarkable how MEPs have been waking up to MAGs campaign, so thanks for all your efforts. This sympathetic
ear of MEPs and their staff is cross-party and MEP dependant, which demonstrates that a rational argument, clearly
put, does bring results and opens the door to face to face meetings which further build our case.
This Friday 30th March saw Giles Chichester MEP answering questions in Exeter at Bridge Motorcycles 7.30pm and
Paddy has further meetings booked with MEPs of all political persuasions. We have more time now that the vote has
been moved to July, so please take advantage of it. If you want help organising a Riders Are Voters public meeting
with one of your MEPs, please get in touch, (but please make sure the subject header in your email is relevant).
1. Contact your MP now….
You may remember MAG member Jon Strong's case that the European Ombudsman has upheld against the EU
Commission (please ask to see it if you haven't already http://www.ombudsman.europa.eu/shortcuts/contacts.faces
and ask for details of Case reference 0875/2011/JF). Steven Baker MP has formally written to the Roads Minister,
Mike Penning, asking that the British Government consider taking the EU Commission to Court for its contravention
of the Treaty of the EU.
In essence, there is no evidence for what has been proposed about Anti-Tampering, or many other parts of this
Regulation. The EU Commission acknowledge this and have not done any necessary research to establish if there is a
problem with riders modifying bikes, or even how many do it. Rather like IMCO voting before they have all the info,
the Commission really shouldn't have even proposed this legislation without it!
I have heard from the Department for Transport that they were overwhelmed with the letters you sent to Secretary
of State Justine Greening - over 300 in two days! - so huge thanks for that. They are aware of the situation, have
acknowledged the campaign and have decided to deal directly with MAG Central office on the issue, as they
investigate the legal aspects and so that they don't have to reply to you all individually!
But now we need your MP to write as well, on your behalf, so please contact them (www.ridersarevoters.org if you
aren't sure who they are) and ask them to write to the Minister in support of Steven Baker's letter.
It is very important that you include your address with post code this time because it is now a local issue. Adding a
personal twist to your letter is important, and actually doing one on paper is even better, but the basis of what you
might like to write is included below. Of course if you already know your MP you may want to pop round to the
constituency office and talk to them or their staff. Your MP may ask you to sign a form which will enable them to act
directly on your behalf on this issue.
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Please do a cut and paste, select an option or add whatever polite comments you want, but please don't send it like
it is now!:
Dear
As a constituent and someone who works in the motorcycle industry/ is a motorcycle instructor/ owns a bike
shop/ commutes everyday to beat congestion and minimise their carbon footprint, I would like to draw your
attention to a proposed European Regulation COM(2010)542 which, if enacted could severely curtail my business/
personal mobility/ freedom of choice/ wealth. The EU Commission, although consolidating existing legislation, has
added new, restrictive clauses, such as article 18 (which aims to stop personal motorcycle modifications) without
any evidential base.
The European Ombudsman has found that the Commission has a case to answer (0875/2011/JF) and now Steven
Baker MP (High Wycombe) has written to Mike Penning MP the Minister for Roads, calling on him to consider
taking the EU Commission to the European Court of Justice.
I urge you, as my representative, to write to the Minister in support of Steven Baker's letter of 12th March. As the
proposed regulation stands it is in contravention of the Treaty of the European Union Article 5 para 5 and fails to
comply with the principle of proportionality. There is no proof that there is a link between motorcycle modification
and safety, nor has there been any research undertaken to assess the size of the so-called problem.
Yours Sincerely
2. Contact the UK Government now….
The other thing that you can do in light of Steve Baker's recent request to the UK Gov, is to write to Justine Greening the Secretary of State for Transport [email protected] and say something like this:
Dear Secretary of State
The European Ombudsman (case number 0875/2011/JF) has found that the EU Commission has a case to answer for maladministration and issues of proportionality, as defined by the Treaty of the European Union (Article 5 para 4), regarding its proposed Regulation COM(2010)542 final.
Issues within the Regulation raising concern in regards of proportionality include Anti-tampering, mandatory Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS) and Automatic Headlights On (AHO).
The Regulation is currently timetabled to go before Plenary session on 19th April 2012 without evidence to support some of the proposals contained within. I fear that the case before the Ombudsman will not be resolved prior to that Parliamentary vote.
I am therefore writing to ask that you call on the European Commission to drop those articles relevant to the Ombudsman's investigation, especially article 18 of its proposed regulation, until these issues can be resolved.
I further ask that you support the call from Steven Baker MP (High Wycombe) demanding the European Court of Justice makes a ruling on this fundamental breach of the Treaty of the European Union.
Yours sincerely, etc.
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FEMA
Useless impact assessment reinforces ABS proponents (29 Feb)
The EU parliamentary committee in charge of the motorcycle type approval regulation rejected the findings of an impact assessment it had ordered previously due to flawed data assessment. Contradicting the Committee's vote the analysis concluded that mandating ABS for scooters and motorcycles with an engine displacement below 125cc was not cost-effective.
In the course of the decision making process of the EU regulation "on the approval and market surveillance of two- or three-wheeled vehicles and quadricycles", the Committee for Internal Market and Consumer Protection (IMCO) of the European Parliament decided to expand mandatory Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS) to new scooters and motorcycles from 51cc to 125cc (A1 category vehicles). The European Commission had originally proposed the option to install either ABS or Combined Braking Systems (CBS) for this category of vehicles.
IMCO further agreed to commission a study to assess the potential effects of the most drastic changes resulting from its vote. Next to the extending of ABS provisions the impact assessment, carried out by the British consultancy London Economics, aimed at shedding light on the cost-benefit of modifying On Board Diagnostics requirements and changing the timetable for emission standards for the application of the provisions.
Good results based on deficient analysis
FEMA and its member associations as well as the Association of Motorcycle Manufacturers in Europe (ACEM) oppose mandatory ABS for the A1 category based on the reason that for this group of vehicles CBS performs equally in terms of safety but is less costly then ABS. With an average price of 2.800€ A1 motorcycles and scooters used to be an affordable means of transport for commuters from all social levels as well as the entry category for young riders. Having to add the estimated average of 500€ per unit due to the installation of ABS would result in an average price increase of 16% for these vehicles.
Now the results of the impact assessment have indicated that for all the three IMCO decisions assessed, ABS for A1, On Board Diagnostics and the amended timetable for emission limits, the costs outweighed the benefits. Especially for mandatory ABS the costs seemed disproportionately high.
Unfortunately, the consultants of London Economics did not seem to have invested special efforts into quantifying the costs and benefits of these measures. Especially with regard to ABS, the most controversial issue, instead of thoroughly investigating all costs from production to adaptation and installation and not least maintenance, London Economics simply relied on the figure given by ACEM: 500€.
FIA, the umbrella organisation of car drivers' clubs, immediately stated ABS FOR MOTORCYCLES: FIA DISAPPOINTED WITH FLAWED COST-BENEFIT ANALYSIS. And on Tuesday, 28 February, due to apparent shortcomings, the vast majority of the members of IMCO agreed to not take the results of the impact assessment into account at all. Therefore IMCO is going to stick to its call for mandating ABS for all powered two wheelers exceeding 51cc.
How not to spend money and how to calculate costs
FEMA is seriously wondering about the amount of taxpayers money spent for an impact assessment, whose preparation had taken over two months, which at the end is not being taken into account by anybody. As ACEM points out the stated figure of 500€ is not based on pure guesswork but could have been analysed thoroughly and convincingly:
"ACEM wishes to underline the following manufacturers' costs per ABS system fitted/per individual vehicle: - Manufacturers' costs for additional hardware sourcing (e.g. pump, phonic wheel, CPU, wheel sensors, additional hoses, electric wiring, etc) start at 200€ for a basic ABS system. More complex systems can reach more than double, up to 500€. Smaller motorcycles, equipped with drum brakes, will even require changing the wheels, further increasing the costs. - Manufacturers' costs for application (e.g. adjustment of the function to the specific motorcycle model) will vary,
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depending on the complexity of the system and on the foreseen number of vehicle units sold over the model's commercial lifetime. This cost can be estimated on average at 30€ per vehicle. In case of below-average-volumes production, all costs will be much higher.
Total costs to install ABS for manufacturers' start therefore at 230€ per vehicle for the most basic systems, with large variations depending on volumes. These translate currently into consumer costs from 400€ to 1000€, with an average around 500€.
Whilst ACEM can agree that economies of scale and competition will to some extent contribute to reducing these costs, the magnitude of this future expected reduction should remain realistic. Motorcycle average production is much lower than car average production and is insufficient to trigger the economies of scale announced by some stakeholders. CBS systems also have varying degrees of complexity, but on average their costs can be estimated to be approximately 50% of those for ABS."
Parliament vs Council
It becomes apparent that the majority of member states are not willing to support mandatory ABS for A1 vehicles therefore Council is expected to oppose the measure. Currently IMCO Rapporteur Wim van de Camp is trying to find a compromise between Council and EU Parliament and irrespective of the success of these so called trilogue discussions (the third party being the Commission who acts as advisor) there is still a chance that the Plenary of the EU Parliament finally votes against ABS despite the recommendation of IMCO.
And if not the legislative process is likely to go into second reading which would slow down implementation dates considerably. The more ambitious timetables IMCO was bringing forward could then become obsolete again. Finally nobody would benefit since manufacturers had to bear an extensive period of uncertainty which usually tends to hamper innovation.
From July Motorcyclists as well as drivers must carry breathalysers in France From 1 July this year all road users (except mopeds), using French Roads, need to carry a breathalyser kit, Even though the start date is 1 July 2012, it won’t actually be enforced until the 1 November 2012, giving road users time to prepare for the change.
Single-use breathalyser kits will satisfy the requirement. The legal limit in France is 50 mg per 100 ml of blood, lower than in the UK (the UK limit is 80mg). They cost between £1 and £2 and they will be available at ferry and tunnel terminals for crossings to France.
Drivers/riders are being advised all road users to carry at least two breathalysers at all times, so that if one is used you still have one to produce for the police if you are stopped.
AROUND THE COUNTRY
London
After much lobbying and in light of the recent Transport for London decision to permanently open red route bus lanes
to motorbikes, Westminster City Council have today announced that they shall follow suit.
Councillor Lee Rowley said: "Our long term objective is to solve the congestion problems in London by creating a safe,
clean and vibrant environment in which all road users can benefit from Westminster's streets.
"With the use of scooters rising by over 11% in 2011, it is important that the council takes action to help two-wheeled
road users get around the capital safely."
MAG have been working very closely with Westminster Council for months on this issue, the realisation that motor-
cycles can play a significant part in traffic congestion reduction and in the reduction of emissions swayed the balance.
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Since the mid 1990's, MAG has been working with Councils around the country to achieve access to bus lanes for
safety, environmental and convenience reasons. Councils as diverse as Bristol, Bedford and Swindon have seen the
sense and approved the idea.
Bikes do not cause congestion and it is terrific that a flagship council such as Westminster is prepared to begin
consultation on 6th March for 3 weeks having acknowledged the safety and environmental arguments. Much credit
must go to MAG's Dr Leon Mannings for his work on this.
East Yorkshire MAG Victory for Humber Bridge.
East Yorkshire MAG have had a victory in getting the toll removed from the Humber Bridge. From April the 1st 2012
motorcycles will be able to cross the bridge without charge. The bridge was opened by HM the Queen in July 1981 and has charged for all vehicles from its opening, the motorcycle charge today is £1.30 per crossing. East Yorkshire MAG have always objected to motorcycles being charged a toll since its opening, but over the last ten years the group has stepped up its campaign by holding meetings with the Humber Bridge Board, holding numerous letter writing campaigns and finally resorting to mass slow pay demonstrations attracting hundreds of motorcyclists from as far as afield Scotland. The campaign has had a two stances, one because of the delays to other road users as the motorcyclist struggles to hold a bike and search for change to give to the toll collector, but our main objection to the toll is that whist charging motorcycles the bridge is seen not to be promoting a more economical mode of transport that will undoubtedly encourage motorists to use two wheels and this will reduce congestion and emissions in the regions adjacent to the bridge.
We would like to thank the Humber Bridge Board for this forward thinking approach and all those that have supported us in the campaign over many years
BATH - Moped and motorbike thefts - protect your property
Bath police are urging moped and motorbike riders to take extra precautions to protect their property, following a series of thefts in the South West of the city. There have been more than 30 such thefts reported of motor vehicles since December last year in the Twerton, Southdown and Oldfield Park areas. Three motorbikes were tampered with in Oldfield Park yesterday (Tuesday March 20) but the thieves failed to drive them away. The mopeds and motorcycles are stolen from driveways and front gardens or from roads in front of their owner's property, although there have been cases where motorbikes have been stolen from back gardens. Cars have also been stolen. The thefts take place overnight, on all nights of the week, with the vehicles hot-wired and started by having their ignition damaged. Most have been recovered in the area, sometimes close to where they were stolen. A small number have been set on fire. Many have been found in Rosewarn Park or the Linear Path. Police believe a gang of young men are responsible for the thefts. They are appealing for anyone who can identify them or who has any information to contact them on 101, or via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. People are also urged to take greater security measures to prevent their motorbike or car from being stolen. • Always lock your vehicle or fit a heavy chain and padlock • Park in well-lit areas • Fit an alarm or immobiliser. • Use a good quality ground anchor. • Cover your machine.
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Drivers urged to think biker Published by:Department for Transport Date: 2 March 2012
A £1.2 million THINK! campaign urging drivers to see the person behind the motorcycle helmet was launched today by Road Safety Minister Mike Penning.
Mode/topic: Roads, Road safety
FROM THE HOUSE
6 Mar - House of Commons Transport Committee – Road Safety Inquiry
Summary (part concerning motorcycling)
Motorcycle testing
Baker moved the questioning onto the subject of motorcycle tests.
Penning made a commitment to moving the tests back onto the roads rather than the surface which is currently used. He admitted that this would make the test centres redundant but was confident that the reforms would produce a clear policy for motorcycle testing.
Hilling brought up the issue of fitness to drive.
In response Penning told the committee that he was not planning to change the current eye test but that they were looking at changing the rules in relation to those with diabetes and other illnesses. He assured the committee that they were working closely with the representative departments to ensure the results would be beneficial to those affected.
Penning promised to write to the committee and keep them updated of any developments on this issue.
15 Mar - Mr Holloway: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what recent progress she has made on
implementing the third European driving licence directive motorcycle test; how each major feature of the test will
improve safety; and if she will make a statement.
Mike Penning: Implementation of the third European driving licence directive will not affect the form or content of the motorcycling test. It contains new provisions which will affect how motorcyclists progress to ride larger and more powerful machines. The most significant changes are:
a new medium-sized motorcycling licence category (A2) to be introduced for riders aged 19 or over.
a new common category (AM) across Europe for mopeds, which will replace the current domestic category P licence. The practical test for mopeds will also remain unchanged.
an increase in the minimum age for motorcyclists gaining direct access to the most powerful motorbikes from 21 years to 24 years.
new arrangements for younger motorcyclists wishing to progress in stages to ride larger and more powerful machines (currently, unlimited access to all motorcycles is gained automatically after two years' experience on less powerful machines).
We anticipate that the implementing legislation will shortly be laid before Parliament. We are on track to meet our obligations for full implementation by January 2013.
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House of Commons Transport Committee - Road Safety Framework
Uncorrected Commons Committee Evidence - [Extract]
Steve Baker: I turn to a subject close to both our hearts, I am sure, which is the motorcycle test. When will the Committee receive a response to our March 2010 report on the new European test?
Mike Penning: I have to declare an interest. I have been a biker for 40 years and continue to be a biker today.
We will be able to respond in the near future-as soon as we possibly can. A review is going on into the motorcycle test as we speak. We want to get the test back on to the road rather than on an artificial surface that you are not going to experience in your actual driving experiences. We will get it to the Committee as soon as we can. I want it to be as strong and robust as possible because, as I said earlier, although we are doing better, we still have a serious issue to do with killed and seriously injured motorcyclists. That is partly because there is a complete change in two-wheeled vehicles out there today, compared to when I first started; the prevalence of low cc vehicles such as scooters and mopeds is really high now compared to what it was a while ago.
Q374 Steve Baker: With the test going back on to the road, does it mean that the DSA has spent money on test centres that will now be redundant, or do you have some plan for them?
Mike Penning: They will be redundant. We intend to downsize the estate as fast as we possibly can. You may be aware that we are also running a pilot on taking testing to the community rather than saying that the community has to keep coming to us like some Soviet system. The only way that you can get a test in this country is if the DSA gives you a pass certificate. We are piloting six at the moment, and we are about to flow out another 20 in areas where either the test centre was closed or where there is a demand. We are making an awful lot of people go to other areas to have their test. That is for cars, but we will look to run that out for motorcycles as well. Do I have lots of tarmac for the off-road part of the test that is not going to be required? Yes, I do. We would not have done it that way if we had been in Government.
Q375 Steve Baker: If I recall correctly, the new test is due any time soon. Would you explain what the last few remaining obstacles are to getting the test in place?
Mike Penning: The wonderful health and safety is there. The risk assessment has to be right, and there are certain manoeuvres that it was deemed could not be done on the road as part of the test, which is why they created the off-road part. We are now bringing out the pilots, and the Transport Research Laboratory has already tested our ideas and we are okay on that. I passionately believe that if you are going to be taught to drive a motorbike safely, and to pass a test safely, you should be tested on the roads where you have your driving experience. At the moment we have a two-tier system, as you are aware. You can drive for up to two and a half hours to get to a test centre, which is the furthest that we have, fail the test off-road and then be allowed to drive for two and a half hours back home. That is a ludicrous situation, and we are going to resolve that.
Q376 Steve Baker: In resolving it, are you confident that you will soon have a completely clear and straightforward policy on the motorcycle test?
Mike Penning: Yes. I am absolutely adamant that we will. It is very important.
Q377 Chair: When will that be?
Mike Penning: I have a meeting in about two weeks, where we will announce the pilots. As to where we roll this out, we have to work very closely with the unions involved, to make sure that our employees are safe when they are doing this, but all the evidence shows that we can roll it out. Once we have done the pilots, we will have the evidence base; we can then phase away from the existing system into the new one, which I hope will be finished in this Parliament.
Q378 Chair: When will this Committee get a formal reply?
Mike Penning: Literally as soon as I can. I see no reason why we should not be able to give a formal reply before the recess. If I cannot, I shall write to explain why not.
To see full transcript: http://www.publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm201012/cmselect/cmtran/uc1738-iv/uc173801.htm
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2012 Riders Are Voters Lobby Day a Success A combined effort by MAG, BMF and MCIA (whose press release is reproduced below): Motorcycling Takes Its Case To Parliament The UK’s main motorcycle organisations have declared Motorcycle Lobby Day a great success. The Rider are Voters (RAV) badged event on March 7th brought together the key motorcycle organisations in a day of activities aimed at MPs and Ministers and was organised to highlight key issues where the motorcycle world is calling for direct and positive action by the Government. Nearly 50 riders and businesses attended a lobby meeting in one of Parliament’s committee rooms. Attendees also held individual meetings with their MPs. The meeting, which was hosted by Steve Baker MP, was followed by an Associate Parliamentary Motorcycle Group reception which was attended by over 20 MPs and addressed by DfT Minister Mike Penning MP. Mr Penning spoke about the importance of motorcycling and pledged to bring the motorcycle test review to a positive conclusion. Organised by RAV partners, the Auto Cycle Union (ACU), British Motorcyclists Federation (BMF), the Motorcycle Action Group (MAG) and the Motor Cycle Industry Association (MCI), Lobby Day promoted several key messages. These combined the importance of keeping awareness of the rider licensing review and the type approval campaign high among MPs. Other key policies which emphasised the social and economic importance of motorcycling and the industry were also highlighted. The Government has been conducting a review of the motorcycle test and there is an expectation that a properly revised, fully on road test will start to be available from 2013. It is important that the Government fulfils this commitment and Ministers have expressed their determination to do so. The Third European Driving Licence Directive will also be implemented in 2013. This will bring further pressure on motorcycling, business and jobs unless implementation is conducted properly. There are also concerns about a DSA proposal for a register of motorcycle trainers. Riders and industry are concerned about European proposals for a new ‘Type Approval’ framework which covers the design and construction of motorcycles. The proposals are complex and could result in significant costs and bureaucracy to business and riders. This could threaten jobs and economic development, particularly in the area of so-called ‘anti tampering’ proposals. Unclear timetables, a lack of clarity for technical requirements and the undemocratic aspects of so called ‘Delegated Acts’ (where officials can make regulations without proper scrutiny) are also causing concern. The Government’s close attention to the proposals has been welcomed, but as the issue progresses through the European system, it is vital that the Government maintains a strong line during ongoing European negotiations. Government also needs to do more to maximise the opportunities that motorcycling can bring to transport policy, environmental policy, the economy and business. In particular: · The motorcycle industry’s economic contribution – over £7billion per annum, according to an MCI 2010 survey. Government should include the industry in business policy development and support the motorcycle, components and accessory manufacturing base and supporting industry sectors as part of the Prime Minister’s policy to ‘rebalance’ the economy. Triumph Motorcycles in particular is the UK’s largest solely British owned volume automotive manufacturer and, along with other British manufacturers, deserves wider recognition. · Motorcycle sport is worth over half a billion pounds per annum to the UK economy (MCI/ACU/AMCA survey). Government needs to take action to support efforts to safeguard the sport, particularly efforts by the sport governing bodies to bring better standards to off road motorcycle sport. · With motorcycles still emitting on average significantly less Co2 than the car average, Government is called upon to embrace the ‘PTW option’ in transport policy and including motorcycling in strategies to reduce transport Co2 and also to support the emerging alternative powered motorcycle sector.
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Dept for Transport - Driver and rider tests and instructor statistics: supplementary tables This publication presents information on the number and pass rates of approved driver instructor (ADI) tests conducted in Great Britain to 31 December 2011, as well as other statistics from the ADI register and the Integrated Register of Driver Trainers (IRDT). Information is also included on instructors for motorcycle compulsory basic training. The statistics are derived from data held by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA). This publication is a supplement to the Driver and Rider Test and Instructor Statistics bulletin published in February. From June, all the tables will be released together. Driver and rider tests and instructor statistics supplement: http://assets.dft.gov.uk/statistics/releases/driver-rider-tests-
instructor-statistics-supplementary-tables/driver-rider-instructor-statistics-supplement.pdf
E – Petitions
– link to those concerning motorcycles, motorcyclists or motorbikes:
http://epetitions.direct.gov.uk/search?q=motorcycle
http://epetitions.direct.gov.uk/search?q=motorbike
http://epetitions.direct.gov.uk/search?q=motorcyclist
VisorDown – Brits pay highest proportion of tax on fuel
British motorists pay the highest proportion of tax on fuel in the European Union.
60 per cent of the cost of unleaded petrol is made up of fuel duty and VAT, a rise of more than 20 per cent since 2001.
VAT is charged on fuel duty, so as duty rises, VAT increases too.
Chancellor George Osborne hinted that he would make no concessions to motorists in his budget next month. Fuel
duty accounts for £27 billion each year to the Treasury in revenue, cutting it by 1p a litre would cost the Treasury £500
million.
Without fuel duty and the VAT added on top, unleaded petrol would cost 52.8 pence per litre, meaning it would cost
£9.50 to fill up a 2012 Honda CBR600RR.
More and more commuters are switching to motorcycles, partly due to their impressive MPG figures. Honda claim
their CBF125 can reach 134mpg. Although real-world figures are closer to 90mpg, the CBF will go three times further
than a car using the same amount of fuel.
EVENTS Saturday, April 21, 2012 - St George's Day Party Fundraiser Organiser: Coventry MAG Back by popular demand, live music from 'Rough Edges'. Entry is free but this is a fundraiser, expect to put your hand in your pocket at some point in the evening! All profits to MAG Fighting Fund. Ticket: Free Entry Location: The Old Dyers Arms, Spon End, Coventry, CV1 3HB. Enquiries: Baz : 07816 445906 / Ian: 07772 950557 Email: [email protected]
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Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Annual Ride In day. Organiser: Unwanted Mcc Rock Disco and live band "Junk Monkey", food, free camping - doors and bar open from 12noon. Location: The Rockbar, Shobnall Sports & Social Club, Shobnall Rd, Burton on Trent, Staffs, De14 2BB Web: http://wwww.unwantedmcc.co.uk Sunday, April 22, 2012 - Warwickshire MAG AGM Organiser: Warwickshire MAG Starting at 4pm. Free buffet available, secure bike parking at rear of premises. Ride out leaving at 5.30pm to join the 1066 MCC annual St Georges Day run. Please bring your MAG membership card, no card - no vote. Location: Route 69 Bar, Wharfside Complex, Lifford Lane, Kings Norton, Birmingham, B30 2DZ. Enquiries: Rocky: 07786 621597 Email: [email protected] Sunday, April 29, 2012 - Peterborough MAG White Rabbit Run Organiser: Peterborough MAG Join us on our late Easter Run! Leaving the Elm Tree Tavern at 11.00am with a pick up point at HUNTINGDON GARDEN & LEISURE, Banks End, Wyton, Huntingdon, PE28 2AA. Approx 11.45am to depart 12.15pm and arriving at Milton Hospice pprox 1.15pm (free hot and cold drinks). Donations of Art gift sets/money are requested as chocolate eggs are not required. A donation of £2 per person going towards MAG funds. http://www.each.org.uk/ for further details on Milton Hospice. Location: Elm Tree Tavern, Garton End Road, Peterborough, PE1 4EZ. Email: [email protected] Friday, May 4, 2012 - Sunday, May 6, 2012 - Into the Valley Organiser: MAGic Action Promotions A weekend of fun, bikes and beer, huge festival tent with bands, comedians, DJ and loads more. BSH bike show. No ticket price rise again for 2012. By Biker, for Bikers, in aid of Biking and Bikers pockets. Location: Dalton Estate, South Dalton, Beverley. East Yorkshire Web: http://www.intothevalley.co.uk Friday, May 11, 2012 - Sunday, May 13, 2012 - The Northern Rockers Rumble Organiser: Mug Town Rockers Northern Rockers reunion weekend with free camping. Bike Show Friday evening with Classic and Vintage bikes, British, European and Japanese Café Racers. Two rockin’ DJ’s all weekend, the best tunes from the 50s and 60s. A Burn-Up to Scarborough Seafront on Saturday with live seaside Rock ‘n’ Roll, departs Squires at 10.00am. Back to Squires for evening of red hot rock ‘n’ roll and rockabilly with “Hicksville Bombers”. Come and ride with the rockers! Location: Squires Café Bar Newthorpe, Nr. Sherburn in Elmet, West Yorkshire LS25 5LX Web: http://www.northernrockersrumble.co.uk/ Friday, May 11, 2012 - Sunday, May 13, 2012 - Bailwood Bike Rally Organiser: Hull and District Motorcycle Club The usual bar, disco, groups, bonfire, silly games, ride out, stalls just having a good time with other bikers. Location: Aldboro scout camp near East of Hull. Web: http://www.hdmcc.com Sunday, May 13, 2012 - Cardiff MAG's AGM Organiser: Cardiff Mag You are invited to attend Cardiff MAG's first AGM. Please bring your current MAG membership card - no card, no vote. Meeting starts promptly at 8pm. Location: The Ninian Park Hotel, Leckwth Road, Cardiff, CF11 8HH. Web: http://www.cardiff.mag.cym.co
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Tuesday, May 15, 2012 - We.Be. MAG AGM Organiser: We.Be.MAG Starts 8pm prompt. Remember your MAG membership card - no card, no vote. Raffle in aid of MAG. Location: The Starting Gate, Brummel Road, Newbury, West Berks, RG14 1SG. Web: http://www.westberksmag.co.uk Friday, May 25, 2012 - Sunday, May 27, 2012 - Tees Valley Bridge Run Organiser: Estonians MCC Run starts 12.00 noon Transporter Bridge Middlesbrough; travel over 21 Bridges ending at the Moorcock Inn, Eggleston for BBQ. Live music Saturday. Camping available Friday - Saturday evenings. Location: Start Middlesbrough End and camp Moorcock Inn, Eggleston. Web: http://www.estoniansmcc.com/ Friday, May 25, 2012 - Sunday, May 27, 2012 - Love Your Nuts II Organiser: Towcester MAG Friendly meet where all are welcome. Quality Beer, games and lots of fun and frivolity for two very good causes: Everyman (UK's leading prostate & testicular cancer campaign) and MAG Fighting fund. Adults Bouncy Castle, Zorb Balls, Bungy Trampoline and Fair ground Rides Bar, Food Vans, Stalls, Camping, Bike Show, Rideout Saturday. Bands Friday night (Free Spirit) Saturday night (Jo Jo Blues) Ticket: £10.00 for the weekend Location: Towcestrians RFC, Towcester, Northants, NN12 8AW. Web: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Towcester-MAG/182429281807324?sk=info Email: [email protected] Friday, June 1, 2012 - Sunday, June 3, 2012 - Lion Rally Organiser: Reading MAG Reading MAG's summer rally. Bands, stalls, food, silly games & real ale bar. Ample parking for cars, caravans, camping vans adjacent to the rally site (not permitted in the camping area or rally site without prior permission / disabled driver permit). No dogs and no fires are permitted on the site. Advance tickets available from the show website, via Pay Pal. Ticket: Advanced tickets for the weekend £10 (£11 via PayPal). On the gate ticket price £15. Location: Gravelly Farm, Grazeley Green Road, Grazeley, Reading, RG7 1LG Web: http://www.lionrally.com Email: [email protected] Friday, June 15, 2012 - Sunday, June 17, 2012 - The Farmyard Party Organiser: MAGic Action Promotions The UK's biggest Bike Rally. For the 5th year running no ticket cost increase. By Biker, for Bikers, in aid of Biking and Bikers pockets. Come and Party with a Purpose. 26 years of raising funds for Riders Rights. 500 Thursday night tickets available, see the website for details Location: Duncombe Park, Helmsley, North Yorkshire, Web: http://www.farmyardparty.com Saturday, June 16, 2012 - Sunday, June 17, 2012 - EANA MCC Burning Both Ends Bike Show Organiser: EANA MCC EANA MCC Burning Both Ends, Bike Show and party , Come and join us, the proposed program of events along side the bike show will include several bands, plus real ales, proper ciders and food plus usual stalls etc. 12.00 pm start, Entrance £2.00 per person on the day, Limited pre-book only camping £10.00 per person including Sunday morning breakfast. For further details visit the Eana web site Location: The Candle Stick, Essendon Hertfordshire, AL9 6BA . Web: http://www.eanamcc.com
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Saturday, June 16, 2012 - Engaging with Motorcyclists Organiser: Aberystwyth & District MAG Confirmed already are Dyfed-Powys Police, the Fire Service, Powys County Council, and local training agencies. There will also be video shows, and a demonstration of first aid for bikers. The day is focused on promoting the economic and tourism benefits that motorcyclists can bring to the area. Business owners and local authority movers and shakers will be invited to attend. If you think you can help, or would like to know more, just contact Medwyn Parry(Aber MAG Chair) on 07773718044 or Ian Williamson on 07778 003439, or by email. Location: Aberystwyth Promenade Email: [email protected] Sunday, June 17, 2012 - Cone Run Organiser: Cardiff Mag Sunday ride out from Cardiff to Porthcawl for a cone of chips or an ice cream cone (or both if your me). Meeting to leave the Ninian Park pub at 9am Sticking to A roads so learners welcome. Location: The Ninian Park Hotel, Leckwth Road, Cardiff, CF11 8HH. Web: http://www.cardiff.mag.cym.co Friday, June 22, 2012 - Sunday, June 24, 2012 - The 8th Everlasting Fun and Frolics on the Fylde Organiser: Blackpool Area MAG Cheap Beer, Great Food, Bus to Town Centre, Silly Games, Great Live Music, Fantastic Hospitality !! Location: Blackpool RUFC, Fleetwood Road, Thornton-In-Cleveleys FY51RN Web: http://www.north-west-region.mag-uk.org Friday, June 29, 2012 - Bike Night and Show Organiser: West Oxon MAG Evening bike show and meet with live music, bar and raffle. 6pm start. Show bikes £2 entry fee. Show winners announced at 8:30pm. Free camping. Location: Clanfield Football Club. Clanfield, nr Witney. OX18 2ST Enquiries: Simon Cahill : 01367 810680 Web: http://west-oxon.mag-uk.org Friday, June 29, 2012 - Saturday, June 30, 2012 - No Room 2012 Organiser: West Oxon MAG Friendly Weekend Rally starts with Friday night bike show. Live music, bar, silly games etc. Band line up - Dirty Earth Band (Fri) & East 42nd St (Sat). 120 limit. Tickets £10 in advance and £12 on the gate. Ticket: Gary: 01993 703036 Location: Clanfield Football Club. Clanfield, nr Witney. Oxfordshire. OX18 2SS Enquiries: Simon Cahill : 01367 810680 Web: http://west-oxon.mag-uk.org Email: [email protected] Friday, June 29, 2012 - Sunday, July 1, 2012 - Dead End Rally Organiser: Furness M.A.G. Limited number of tickets available, order tickets and T-shirt online as soon as possible to avoid disappointment (click 'Buy Rally Tickets and T-Shirts On Line (PayPal)', or by cheque/cash with S.A.E. Limited capacity in the venue so please no children under 15 yrs (sorry for any inconvenience). Location: Holker Old Boys Football Club Rakesmoor Lane, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria LA14 4QB Web: http://www.bikersinfurness.com/fmdead.html
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Friday, July 6, 2012 - Sunday, July 8, 2012 - Chinnor Bike Dayz XV! Organiser: Wycombe MAG “Chinnor Bike Dayz is small enough to bump into anyone you plan to meet but big enough to support some class acts, Chinnor has become a kind of mini Glastonbury on the biker rock calendar, a must do, rights of passage not-to-be-missed event at which bands play for the fun and kudos” Ian Mutch. Whether you're a regular or a Chinnor Bike Dayz Rally Virgin - this is an event you just shouldn't miss. With 20 bands, 2 stages, ride-out, free bike show with trophies, circus troupe from Brighton, stalls, hot food and beer! Ticket: Book tickets online at: www.chinnorbikedayz.com Location: Little Horsenden Farm. Lower Icknield Way. Princes Risborough. Buckinghamshire. Web: http://www.facebook.com/events/161940217232386/ Friday, July 6, 2012 - Sunday, July 8, 2012 - 4th Barnstormer Rally Organiser: Estonians MCC Traditional Rally -Live Bands, Late Bar, Bike Show. Families welcome, children under 15 free. Location: Maltby Farm, Rodger Lane, Maltby, Middlesbrough. Web: http://www.estoniansmcc.com/ Friday, July 6, 2012 - Sunday, July 8, 2012 - Heart of England Rally 2012 and 35th Brum Demo Organiser: West Midlands M.A.G. Decent bands, good beer, food - All welcome. Parking for cars on site (but not on camping area). Book tickets online by going to our website, see below. Tickets: £10.00 for the weekend in advance, £12 on the gate. (Saturday night only - £6.00) Location: Kings Norton R.F.C. Hopwood park.Ash Lane. south Birmingham. B48 7BB Enquiries: 0844 248 0168 / 07970 303528 Web: http://west-midlands-region.mag-uk.org DEMO on Saturday: Meet at Hare and Hounds Lickey road Rednal B45 8UU from 12noon for 1pm start or Ride with us from the heart of England rally. Sunday, July 8, 2012 - Blackpool Motorbike Show Organiser: North West MAG 11am - 5pm £2 per bike/trike parking (gives free entry in the show). Trophy for best in class / overall Location: The Italian Gardens, Stanley Park, Blackpool Web: http://[email protected] Sunday, July 15, 2012 - Bikes, Bands & Booty! Organiser: Brighton MAG 10am-6pm. Ride in Bike Show Competition (£2 entry) Dealer Stands, Trade stands, Live Bands, Tattooist, Raffle, Licensed Bar, Food. Free entry! All types of bikes, trikes & scooters welcome. Location: The Royal Coach, Brighton Road, Shoreham, BN43 5LD. (A259 Coast Road) Enquiries: 07780 704351 Web: http://www.brighton.mag-uk.org Email: Trade enquiries - [email protected] Friday, July 20, 2012 - Sunday, July 22, 2012 - Aberystwyth & District MAG Summer Rally 2012 Organiser: Aberystwyth & District MAG A traditional relaxed gathering, in aid of MAG and Royal British Legion. Bands, real ale bar, food, stalls. Accessible WC. Bikes & trikes only on-site. Other parking nearby. No dogs or fires on site. Lovely ride through Wales and an easy walk into Aberystwyth & the sea-front from the rally site. Tickets: £5.00 per adult. Family tickets (2 adults, 2 children under 16) are available @ £10.00. Ticket: Email Medwyn Parry (Aber MAG Chair) Location: Aberystwyth Rugby Club, Plascrug, Aberystwyth, SY23 1HL. Enquiries: Ian Williamson 07779 003439 Email: [email protected]
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Sunday, July 22, 2012 - Wales MAG AGM Organiser: Aberystwyth & District MAG Aberystwyth & District MAG will be hosting the AGM of the Welsh Regions at 15:00 on the 21st July, during the bikeshow. Notice of items of items on the agenda will be issued in due course. If you have any items you wish to be included contact Medwyn Parry(Aber MAG Chair) on 07773718044 or Ian Williamson on 07778 003439, email: [email protected] Location: Aberystwyth Rugby Club, Plascrug, Aberystwyth, SY23 1HL. Friday, July 27, 2012 - Sunday, July 29, 2012 - Leathered in Lincoln Rally Organiser: Halfway Heroes MCC MAG affiliated club rally. New site at Whisby Garden Centre. 4 live bands, The Gypsies, No Mercy for Percy, The Detonators, UK Skunk + smacked arse comedy show. Location: Whisby Garden Centre, Lincoln, LN6 9BY. Just off A46 Web: http://www.halfway-heroes.co.uk/ Friday, August 3, 2012 - Sunday, August 5, 2012 - Birthday Bash 'we salute you' Organiser: ROADRUNNERS MCC Friday night band; The Jalapenos' Saturday night band; First Offence' Location: Old Halesonians RFC Wassell Grove, Hagley West Midlands DY9 9JP Web: http://www.roadrunnersmcc.com Friday, August 3, 2012 - Sunday, August 5, 2012 - The Yorkshire Pudding Rally Organiser: MAGic Action Promotions Small but yet perfectly formed. Our smallest rally, it sells out the quickest so book early. No ticket price rise again this year. By bikers, for Bikers, in aid of Biking and Bikers pockets. Location: Hesley Wood Scout Centre, Chapeltown, Nr Sheffield Web: http://www.yorkshirepuddingrally.co.uk Friday, August 3, 2012 - Sunday, August 5, 2012 - BURNING BUDGIE RALLY Organiser: West London Harley Riders Motorcycle Rally - Good hot and cold food throughout the weekend. Bands, Yard of ale competition, silly games, trade stalls. Showers and camping (No dogs with visitors, sorry). Saturday only - Custom and Classic Bike Show,£ 5.00 Charity Raffle (quality prizes). Weekend ticket £20.00, Evenings (each) only £10.00, Saturday daytime till 6pm £5.00. Location: Harefield United Football Club, Breakspeare Road North, Harefield, Middlesex Enquiries: Any stall holder enquiries please contact Helen on: 07966455418. Web: http://www.wlhr.org Saturday, August 18, 2012 - The Bristol Bike Show Organiser: The Bristol Bike Show in association with Bristol MAG Free Entry Street Bike Show. Bikes, Stalls, Bands. Location: St Nicholas Market, Cotton Street, BS1 1HQ. (off Bristol City Centre) Web: http://www.thebristolbikeshow.co.uk After Show Party – fund-raiser for MAG. Band, camping, BBQ. Tickets: £6 (advance or OTG), £5 for MAG current members (bring membership card / number). Ticket: Advance tickets available from Claire: 0117 3779429 or at regular Bristol MAG group meeting. Location: Saracens Rugby Football Club, Cribbs Causeway, Bristol, BS10 7TT. Web: http://bristol.mag-uk.org Friday, August 24, 2012 - END OF THE WORLD PARTY Organiser: Medway MAG Biker's party celebrating MAYAN end of the world. Quality live rock, ALL profits to MAG. 8pm til late. Location: Beacon Court, Canterbury Street, Gillingham,Kent. ME7 5TP
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Friday, August 31, 2012 - Sunday, September 2, 2012 - Wakinyan Rally Organiser: Salutation Mcc Cracking bands: Fri night “Smokin Gun”. Sat night “Planet Rock UK” Rock quiz, Raffle. Ride out, Silly games, Karaoke, Stalls, Proper loos. Food stall by Bilabong. Rally Badges and Rally T shirts. Location: Birch Coppice Miners Social Welfare. Watling Street, Dordon, Tamworth, Staffs, B78 1SY Web: http://www.wakinyanrally.co.uk Friday, August 31, 2012 - Sunday, September 2, 2012 - Stormin' The Castle 2012 Organiser: Stormin' The Castle Ltd - a Motorcycle Action Group Fundraiser Live bands on 2 stages, 4 onsite Bars, Fairground rides, Traders village, Food court and Camping. Ticket: Pre book Adults @ £25 / Child @ £5 DEADLINE: Post 11th August / cards & online 22nd August (very limited number of car passes available pre-book only £35.00). Disabled parking free but must be prebooked by 11th. Send cheque payable to 'Stormin the Castle Ltd' with SAE to: Stormin' the Castle, PO Box 293, Durham, DH1 4XS. On the gate £35 (must be on motorcycle or trike). Location: Witton Castle, Witton le Wear, Co.Durham. DL14 0DE Enquiries: 0870 225 8352 Web: http://www.storminthecastle.co.uk Friday, September 7, 2012 - Sunday, September 9, 2012 - The GWR Rally 2012 Organiser: Weston & North Somerset MAG Traditional Green Field Rally with real ale, local cider and live music. Location: Sandford (On A368) North Somerset BS25 5PF Web: http://http://north-somerset.mag-uk.org/gwr.html Friday, September 7, 2012 - Sunday, September 9, 2012 - The 1815 rally Organiser: Peak and District MAG First rally in aid of MAG, live band, DJ, silly games, trophies, stalls. Location: The Waterloo, Taddington, A6 near Buxton, North Derbyshire. Email: [email protected] Sunday, September 16, 2012 - Mutts Nuts Charity Rideout Organiser: We.Be.MAG A 60 mile rideout leaving from The Starting Gate pub at 1.20pm, via Hungerford & Marlborough, then on to The Dog's Trust for the presentations. Location: Leaving from: The Starting Gate, Brummel Road, Newbury, West Berks, RG14 1SG. Web: http://www.westberksmag.co.uk Friday, September 28, 2012 - Sunday, September 30, 2012 - The Yer Tiz rally Organiser: Devon MAG Bands, stand-up comedy, bike show, traders/stalls, bonfire, food on site, showers, wetroom disabled access Come and join us for the 2nd Yer Tiz Rally in glorious Devon. Facilities on site include: Camping, Bands both nights, stand-up Comedy, Bonfire, Traders / Stalls, Catering On-site - Extensive Menu, Showers, Wet Room and Toilets with Disabled Access, . We will also be organising a ride out from the rally site. NO DOGS or CAMP FIRES. Free to enter bike show, Saturday 2-5pm With 10 trophy categories. Ticket: Advance tickets £12.00 / £15 on the gate. Location: North Tawton Rugby Club, North Tawton, West Devon. Enquiries: Call Richard on: 07790 277340 or email. Web: http://www.yertizbikerally.co.uk Email: [email protected]
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MAG UK Central Office: MAG UK, PO Box 750, Warwick CV34 9FU Tel: 01926 844064 Fax: 01926 844065 Email: [email protected] General Secretary Nich Brown 0844 248 0200 [email protected]
Campaigns Manager Paddy Tyson 0844 248 0166 [email protected]
Deputy General Secretary Louisa Smith 0844 248 0199 [email protected]
Accounts Dept. Julie Sperling 0844 248 0156 [email protected]
Membership Administrator Carol Ferrari 0844 248 0199 [email protected]
NATIONAL OFFICERS
National Chairman/ Director MAG(UK) Ltd
Den Powell 0844 248 0161 [email protected]
National Vice-Chairman Steve Peake 0844 248 0185 [email protected]
National Finance Officer / Director MAG (UK) Ltd
Patrick Van Aalst 0844 248 0162 [email protected]
Network Co-Coordinator Anne Gale 0117 957 2401 [email protected]
President/TheROAD Editor Ian Mutch 0844 248 0157 [email protected]
National Reps Liaison Officer Bill Pugsley 07812 949185 [email protected]
National Clubs Liaison Officer Position Vacant 0844 248 0165 [email protected]
Events (Shows and Stands) Neil Stevenson 0844 248 0164 [email protected]
Director MAG (UK) Ltd Jono Broad 0844 248 0178 [email protected]
Director MAG (UK) Ltd Selina Lavender 0844 248 0186 [email protected]
Director MAG (UK) Ltd Neil Liversidge 0844 248 0191 [email protected]
Director MAG (UK) Ltd Pete Walker 0844 248 0159 [email protected]
Director of MAG (UK) Ltd Steve Wykes 0844 248 0187 [email protected]
Advisor to the Board Jane Chisholm 0844 248 0179 [email protected]
MAG Sport / MAG Energy Position Vacant 0844 248 0155 [email protected]
REGIONAL REPS
British Independent Islands Position Vacant 0844 248 0176 [email protected]
Cumbria Paul Turner 07846 676980 [email protected]
East Anglia Selina Lavender 0844 248 0186 [email protected]
Lincolnshire Andy Carrott 01926 844064 [email protected]
Eastern Neil Daniell 07981 049349 [email protected]
East Midlands Juliet MacVe 01926 844064 [email protected]
Greater London Position Vacant 0844 248 0182 [email protected]
Herts & Essex Simon Mouncey 07595 966112 [email protected]
North East Rachel Leonard 01926 844064 [email protected]
Northern Ireland Position Vacant 0844 248 0171 [email protected]
North Wales Rory Wilson (Acting) 01926 844064 [email protected]
North West Tony Cox 0844 248 0169 [email protected]
Scotland Steve Wykes 0844 248 0187 [email protected]
South East Position Vacant 0844 248 0170 [email protected]
Southern Tim Peregrine 0844 248 0188 [email protected]
South Wales Phil McFadden 0844 248 0177 [email protected]
South West Jenny Cook 0844 248 0189 [email protected]
Thames Valley Jon Wilmer 07970 331670 [email protected]
Warwickshire Andy Pyatt 07786 621597 [email protected]
Western Bryan Chapman 0844 248 0172 [email protected]
West Midlands Eddie Lowe 0844 248 0168 [email protected]
Yorkshire Nicki Gage 07910 335301 [email protected]
OTHER CONTACTS
MAP Ltd: Yorkshire region event organiser Pete Walker 0844 248 0159 [email protected]
Official MAG merchandise Neil Stevenson 0844 248 0164 [email protected]
MAG Foundation - Trustee contact Nich Brown 01926 844061 [email protected]