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'Targeted enforcement' to tackle significant rise in hire bike vandalism, Transport for Greater Manchester warns

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'We will not tolerate this type of behaviour and are working to increase availability of bikes and prevent and deter criminality' cycling

In a joint statement, TfGM's Cycling and Walking Director Richard Nickson, GMP's Chief Superintendent Mark Dexter and Beryl's CEO Phil Ellis, said:

"Unfortunately, a small minority have wilfully and maliciously damaged bikes over recent weeks. This has meant there has been fewer than normal available for hire, and we're sorry to anyone who has not been able get one when needed. "The public can play their part too. You can be our eyes and ears and help us by reporting any misuse of the scheme.

 

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