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MAG is a membership organisation that exists to protect motorcycling from legislation that threatens UK riders. Keep up to date by following us.
United Kingdom
Joined October 2009
The Motorcycle Action Group (MAG) has submitted a bold response to the Government’s Integrated National Transport Strategy call for ideas.
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February 2025 Network Network is The Motorcycle Action Group’s monthly activist’s newsletter and carries in depth material to further our lobbying efforts. Promoting a genuine understanding of the issues we face as well as the MAG political team report.
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Manchester Labour Mayor arrives at different solution for air quality to London’s Labour Mayor. Greater Manchester provided evidence they can achieve compliance with legal limits faster without charging drivers and riders.
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The expected court case between Save London Motorcycling (SLM) and Hackney Borough Council has been pushed back.
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RT @Colin_Brown_MAG: Great to meet Minister of State (Department for Work and Pensions) @stephenctimms this morning along with Jabed Hussai…
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Last year saw levels of concern for the interests of motorcyclists significantly decline under a new Government. The Government needs to prepare for MAG’s lobbying to be far louder and prouder in 2025.
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This fight ain’t over- MAG’s review of 2024. Let’s take a moment to review 2024 and take a look at the highs and lows.
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Over 50 trials have concluded that motorcycle access in bus lanes is safe. How much evidence does the Government need? In contrast, no trial has ever been conducted to determine if pedal cycle access is safe, yet pedal cycle access is the Government's default position.
PRESS RELEASE: Government Refuses to Investigate Motorcycle Bus Lane Access Safety Benefits Despite Uncertainty Tony Campbell, MCIA CEO said "I urge the Government to partner with our industry. You have a willing partner.." Read the full release at:
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On 4th December, the Transport for London Board signed off the recommended motorcycle charges for the Silvertown and Blackwall Tunnels. MAG claims that the interests of London’s motorcyclists have been swept in the bin.
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TfL have today made their decision on usercharges for Silvertown and Blackwall Tunnels. They state "We have considered all feedback to the consultation." Motorcycle charges will be as originally proposed. Full MAG comment to come.
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RT @Colin_Brown_MAG: Parliamentarian in leather, motorcycling lobbyist in a suit. What kind of role reversal is going on here? 😀 @FabianL…
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Clear the next 55 minutes to watch the latest video from Geoff Buys Cars discussing all things motorcycles with Colin, MAG’s Director of Campaigns and Political Engagement.
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Yesterday’s outcome to the motorcycles in bus lanes consultation provides new evidence of the non-existent political concern for motorcyclists. MAG will call on the Government to rethink this consultation decision.
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The outcome of the bikes in bus lanes consultation has been released. It is not good news. MAG will be issuing a full statement on this ridiculous decision soon.
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Motorcycle Live 2024 is on now, 16th – 24th of November. If you would like to sign up, renew your membership or just come by for a chat, find MAG at the @SorrymateUK stand, 3E01. #MCL24
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MAG is excited to announce its attendance at this year’s Motorcycle Live event next month, in conjunction with corporate member SorryMate. At their generous invitation, MAG volunteers will be found this year on the SorryMate stand (3E01). #MCL24
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Victory: Bath Council backs down on emission-based motorcycle parking charges. Bath Council backs down. Bath & North East Somerset (B&NES) Council has withdrawn plans to introduce emission-based charges for motorcycle parking.
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Government's new Insurance Taskforce cautiously welcomed by MAG. MAG has sought and received confirmation that the Government’s new Motor Insurance Taskforce includes motorcycle insurance in its remit.
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MAG will speak at this year’s Highways UK conference. The joint presentation with Professor Mathew Humphrey of the University of Nottingham is titled ‘The forgotten mode? The neglect of motorcycles within transport policy.’
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Leeds and Bradford MAG will fight Leeds City Council’s underhanded motorcycle parking policy changes. The Council announced plans to charge for car parking whilst neglecting to mention that plans cover motorcycles too.
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