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JohnnyMan

Post subject: New York may ban iPods while crossing street

Posted: Thu Feb 08, 2007 02:18

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At last - a realisation (albeit in the US) that pedestrians have a part to play in their self-preservation, or face the consequences.

http://www.boston.com/business/technolo ... ng_street/

I trust that the UK authorities will follow suit and also apply the same criteria to cyclists.

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Ziltro

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Posted: Thu Feb 08, 2007 02:46

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Hmm not quite a ban, it's a fine if caught doing it. Easy way to make money... :roll:

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RobinXe

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Posted: Thu Feb 08, 2007 09:39

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Will they put iPod detecting cameras at all cross-walks?

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botach

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Posted: Thu Feb 08, 2007 21:56

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New cash cow for the UK - FINE mobile users sing them on the move -£60 + 3 points on their pedestrian licence.( new move, bring in pedestrian licences)

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