Paper boys and girls urged to ‘be seen’
Carnoustie Community Council got together this week with lo
cal newsagents and Tayside Police to hand over a batch of reflective vests for the use of local paper boys and girls.
The unofficial ‘ceremony’ held at McConnell gardens in the High Street was attended by Ed Oswald, Kirsty MacDonald and Sue McMahon from the Community Council, local newsagents Iain MacDougal and Tahir Zainnab, community policeman Constable Mark Callison and vest sponsors Shaggy Dog Designs.
Ed Oswald explained, “The community council did something similar about 10 years ago, and the matter was again debated quite recently.
“Several members felt that the paper boys and girls could not be properly seen during the early evening and early morning when it is dark at this time of year.
“We were fortunate to get sponsorship from Shaggy Dog Design so decided to go ahead and order the vests. We at the community council are delighted at being able to help keep the youngsters safe.”
Constable Callison commented: “This commendable initiative will undoubtedly contribute to the safety of those involved in the delivery of newspapers within this area.
“The importance of being visible whilst on or near roads cannot be stressed highly enough. All cyclists should be aware of the legal requirements to have lights to the front and rear whilst cycling on public roads during the hours of darkness. A rear reflector is also required by law.”
