we could argue having cyclists on the road doesnt suit drivers, shared driving/cylcing lanes work well if drivers are going at a slow pace. we could argue drivers should be safer, see and avoid cyclist, however we also have reality to deal with. point is safety is the reason for cycle paths...
car clearly at fault, doesn't see him and should - no hi vis required to see a man in the middle of the road in daylight.
though question why he hasn't used the provided cycle route. whats the point of all the expense of cycle paths if cyclists ignore them?