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The Motorcycle Action Group (MAG) has announced that it will be collaborating with the Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA) to develop the Action Plan for decarbonisation of powered light vehicles (PLVs). The Action Plan was launched last Wednesday.  MAG will be holding an initial meeting with the MCIA on 9th February. MAG pointed out to both MCIA and the Department for Transport (DfT) that the opinions and interests of riders must be a key component when designing the future of motorcycling.  MAG is keen to work with both industry and policy makers to ensure the best possible outcome for riders in the UK. MCIA Chief Executive, Tony Campbell, said: "Following the Motorcycle Actions Group’s Press Release in reaction to the launch of the joint Government / Motorcycle Industry action plan, MCIA acknowledges MAG members’ passion and enthusiasm for motorcycling, and MAG’s commitment to protecting their freedom of choice. It must not be forgotten that MAG members are also our cust...

The Motorcycle Action Group (MAG) has announced that it will be collaborating with the Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA) to develop the Action Plan for decarbonisation of powered light vehicles (PLVs). The Action Plan was launched last Wednesday.  MAG will be holding an initial meeting with the MCIA on 9th February. MAG pointed out to both MCIA and the Department for Transport (DfT) that the opinions and interests of riders must be a key component when designing the future of motorcycling.  MAG is keen to work with both industry and policy makers to ensure the best possible outcome for riders in the UK. MCIA Chief Executive, Tony Campbell, said: "Following the Motorcycle Actions Group’s Press Release in reaction to the launch of the joint Government / Motorcycle Industry action plan, MCIA acknowledges MAG members’ passion and enthusiasm for motorcycling, and MAG’s commitment to protecting their freedom of choice. It must not be forgotten that MAG members are also our cust...

We are asking our members and friends to support the MCIA initiative (as detailed below). At the end are links to two example letters along with details of how to  find your local MP. As usual we would be interested to hear of any responses. MCIA 9th February 2021 Subject: Early Day Motion in support of the extension of CBT certificates As you will be aware, lockdown restrictions mean that Approved Training Bodies (ATBs) are prohibited from offering motorcycle training,  resulting  in riders being unable to renew their expiring CBT  certificates . Consequently, those affected, including key workers,  cannot  use their PTW, which affects their ability to commute, or carry out their jobs. Therefore, MCIA is pleased that Independent MP, Jonathan Edwards, has tabled an Early Day Motion in Parliament, which asks: That this House notes that Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) certificates for motorbikes and mopeds are issued on a two year basis for learner drivers; f...