Lanarkshire equestrians to raise awareness of drivers' behaviour on the road

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Following recent changes to the law and the Highway Code equestrians in Lanarkshire are taking part in a UK-wide event thisweekend to spread awareness of safety when drivers encounter horse riders on our roads.Pass Wide and Slow has over 200 rides taking place at the same time on the same day, including two in north and south Lanarkshire.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android For the second year running a ride out will take place in Newmains on Sunday, September 18.Organised by Julie Cameron, over 30 riders will be participating with the assistance of the police.It will leave Cathburn Road in Morningside at 11am heading in the direction of Asda in Newmains.The event is being sponsored by Grange Saddle Fitters who are kindly supplying rosettes for every rider who takes part on the day.A second large ride out is also being held in Carluke on Sunday between 9am and 1pm.

It will start and finish at Meadowhead Farm. More information on the Carluke event is available here.Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire.

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