Black Cyclists Network: ‘Why I thought this group was needed’

Mani Arthur was stopped and searched by the police final yr throughout a experience to advertise variety.

His criticism in opposition to the officers has been upheld by the police watchdog, the IOPC.

Official figures present that in London, if you’re black, you might be 4 occasions extra more likely to be stopped and searched.

The IOPC has advised the BBC they may tackle extra investigations to attempt to forestall this from taking place.

Mani says incidents like these are examples of why numerous riders want an area and why he created this membership for them.

Reporter/producer: Amanda Kirton. Video journalist: Tobias Chapple.