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    A cyclist group says better bike lanes are the best way to keep riders safe - but it's worth also looking into changing helmet laws

    A cyclist group says better bike lanes are the best way to keep riders safe - but it's worth also looking into changing helmet laws

    18 August 2025
    Newstalk ZB's revealed the Regulation Ministry has advised its Minister the risks of not requiring the protective requirement - would outweigh any benefits.

    David Seymour, asked it to look into dumping the rule.

    Cycling Advocates Network spokesperson Patrick Morgan says helmets put people off - and add to what he calls a pandemic of inactivity.

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity


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