This time the cops decided to get tough with riders without lights and those who go through red lights and also with sound systems in the SOCPA zone. Anyone carrying a placard within the zone, close to Parliament, is liable to arrest if they do not have prior police permission. Cars are allowed to play their sound systems within the zone but not bicycles it seems.
One of the highlights of the ride was storming through the Aldwych underpass, something the police normally prevent. We had a fun time with Peace Campaigner Brian Haw in Parliament Square, he led the "More bikes less cars!" chants on his megaphone.
The London ride has been going for 12 years and meets on the last Friday of the month.
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