Originally Posted by Nicole

I have had horses all my life, and until recently i used to work with them schooling and competing.

I agree that novice riders should not be allowed on the roads. It IS too dangerous for riders that don't have the knowledge or experience. I think you should have to take an exam if you want to ride on the roads. I have taken a Riding & Road safety exam as part of my British Horse Society qualifications, and i think it would be a great idea to have that as mandatory before taking a horse onto the roads.