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IPA News

Poland: motorcyclists and police officers together Police traffic officers from Wodzislaw (Slaskie region) took part in a road safety initiative recently. The initiative was directed at car drivers, encouraging them to “Look in the mirrors – motorcyclists are everywhere”. Officers stopped vehicles, and motorcyclists appealed to drivers about paying more attention on the roads. Motorcyclists offered some gifts for drivers who supported the action. Motorcycle numbers are growing every year in Poland, but safety remains a concern. Riders complain that other vehicle drivers do not look too often in mirrors, which can of course spell danger for the two-wheel drivers. The main aim of this action was raising awareness, leading to better understanding, better mutual respect and to better safety on the roads.

10 Region of Section UK International Police Association (IPA) will be holding its 2016 Clay Pigeon Shoot , Sunday 25 September , at Grahams Clay Shoot on Flambirds Farm in Purleigh, Essex. The shoot is owned by local ex-PC Graham Ferris and is very competitively priced at £35 for 10 Region IPA members and just £40 for non-members - this includes include all guns, 50 clays plus prizes and a BBQ bun meal + unlimited tea / coffee…! The event is located obviously in a rural location but has toilets etc. sensible footwear is required dependant on

the weather. Experienced instructors will supervise the shoot and ensure safety at all time. All levels of experience and ages including novices are most welcome. Starting around lunchtime and lasting

a couple of hours this is an IPA event with a difference – in the spirit of friendship! The event winner will be presented with the ‘Dave Ross Trophy’ in memory of Dave, an IPA member and keen ‘Clay Shooter’ who suddenly passed away in 2012. Please register your interest with Steve Hunt and make a note in your diaries - this is an event not to be missed!

Contact: 10region@ipa-uk.org Steve Hunt 10 Region Secretary

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