Lorry driver faces prison after admitting causing cyclist's death

Mervyn White pleaded guilty to causing death of cyclist Julian Barlow by careless driving on July 27, 2014, having initially denied the charge

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A Grimsby lorry driver was told he faces jail after he admitted to causing the death of a 49-year-old cyclist in July 2014.

Mervyn White, 64, pleaded guilty at York Crown Court to causing the death of Julian Barlow on July 27, 2014, on the junction of the M62 eastbound and A19 Selby Road.

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Stuart Clarke is a News Associates trained journalist who has worked for the likes of the British Olympic Associate, British Rowing and the England and Wales Cricket Board, and of course Cycling Weekly. His work at Cycling Weekly has focused upon professional racing, following the World Tour races and its characters.