Cyclists who kill pedestrians could face tougher sentences in England, Scotland and Wales
The move proposed by Transport Secretary Grant Shapps will close a loophole which means they can only currently be jailed for two years.
The government launched a review into whether an equivalent offence to causing death by dangerous driving was needed for cyclists in 2017. Ministers are said to be seeking a "balance" to "encourage cycling... but at the same time ensure that pedestrians are protected from irresponsible cycling behaviour".
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