Interesting article in Straight Six this month. Some or many may be aware but "The Public Order Act of 1986 part 2 section 11" makes particular reference to "convoys". It states that more than two vehicles travelling under the same intent are classified as forming a convoy. Unless certain measures are taken prior to the convoy forming, it could be classed as illegal in the eyes of the law.
The Act also states that any proposed or potential convoy must be reported to the police, giving at least six days notice before the due date of departure. It also states that they must be informed of the location where the convoy starts, the route it is taking and where it will finally end up. If the route crosses boarder (England/Scotland/Wales) the police forces of both countries need to be informed. The responsibility for providing this information lies with organiser of the event. He or she is deemed to be in charge of the convoy.
Every day is a school day. Happy and safe cruising peeps. In the unlikely event that a member of the convoy is caught speeding by the police whilst in convoy, the organiser is liable ....... apparently
Andy
The Act also states that any proposed or potential convoy must be reported to the police, giving at least six days notice before the due date of departure. It also states that they must be informed of the location where the convoy starts, the route it is taking and where it will finally end up. If the route crosses boarder (England/Scotland/Wales) the police forces of both countries need to be informed. The responsibility for providing this information lies with organiser of the event. He or she is deemed to be in charge of the convoy.
Every day is a school day. Happy and safe cruising peeps. In the unlikely event that a member of the convoy is caught speeding by the police whilst in convoy, the organiser is liable ....... apparently
Andy
. Sorry Andy no offence intended,i don't think this was the response you may have expected.
