East Yorkshire Advanced Riders & Drivers

Corona-Virus continued to head the news, fortunately in a positive way as the lock-down was being lifted gradually. With meeting of up to six being authorised RoSPA Advanced Drivers and Rider East Yorkshire (E-YARD) arranged a run out on 2 June as the message from HQ authorised group rides. Authorisation for bike tutoring was also given the go ahead, and the first job was to re-authorise the tutors and re-start the tutor training programme. Ian Streets and Rosie as Advanced T

Congratultaions to Julian Taylor, who requalified for his fourth re-test with a Gold qualification. He was also the first group test post lock-down In 27 C conditions, Julian was under real pressure as he had two examiners in his wake, Chris Hood and John Summerfield! John is just undergoing training as an examiner with Chris. Julian was tested by Chris, with John observing the process, and also giving feedback, allowing Chris to see his 'style' The route through the Yorkshir

It is with a heavy heart that I have to announce the passing of Peter Gill. Peter passed away on 20 June after a short illness. Peter had been involved with Advanced driving throughout his life, along with many other pastimes, including top level cricket and chess. Peter was a member of Institute of Advanced Motorists and had been chair of the Hull group. When E-YARD originally formed, as East Riding of Yorkshire RoADAR, Peter became a member, along with his great friend Ivor

At 1544 Tuesday 2 June, 2020, RoADAR HQ announced that in line with goverment guidelines, training and group rides were now authorised, albeit subject to social distancing and no more than six persons. Not being slow off the mark, RoSPA Advanced Drivers and Riders East Yorkshire (E-YARD) immediately took advantage with a ride out into the Howardian Hills and Yorkshire Wolds, meeting at Easingwold A great ride which gave Hoody the opportunity to do the annual ride check on Tut

As flaming June appeared, the government of England lifted some of the regulation regarding the Covid rules. On 2 June the Chairs and Secretaries of RoADAR groups received notification from Amy Brant at HQ informing us that motorcycle training could resume and that examining would recommence from 15 June. "Dear Chairman and Secretary I trust you are keeping safe and well and enjoying the summer weather. In line with recent announcements from the government, I am pleased to co

Another month which saw a blanket ban on all official activity due to Coronavirus guidelines....May 2020 was always going to be a hard one to write about! As May commenced the country was in full lockdown, with only essential journeys for work or medical reasons being allowed. Some members were working from home, others furloughed and some doing voluntary work. The government started to ease lockdown restrictions mid month, allowing persons from different households to meet i