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Originally Posted by Taf

I hope all the drivers here are aware of the new fine that appeared recently.

You have to leave 1.5m between you and a cyclist whilst you overtake them.

Failure to do so will result in a £100 fine and 3 points on your licence.

Dashcam and helmet cam footage will suffice for prosecution.

That is by no means definite, Taf.

https://www.askthe.police.uk/content/Q967.htm

.... Therefore, because there isn't a specific offence of failing to give sufficient room to a cyclist when overtaking them, if it was alleged that a driver had done this, consideration would have to be given to the offences of careless driving contrary to section 3 the Road Traffic Act 1988 or dangerous driving contrary to section 2 of the Road Traffic Act 1988.