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Almost 4,000 submissions of driving offences to police force led to just 10 prosecutions, FOI request reveals

Almost 4,000 submissions of driving offences to police force led to just 10 prosecutions, FOI request reveals

According to data published by Surrey Police, which uses a third-party reporting service, almost 80% of the close pass reports resulted in just a warning letter

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Conservative MP dismisses cyclist safety concerns over longer lorries on UK roads, claims it is “good for road safety”

Conservative MP dismisses cyclist safety concerns over longer lorries on UK roads, claims it is “good for road safety”

The North West Durham MP visited a Greggs HQ to see the HGVs in action, as campaigners raise concerns that the move could cost lives of cyclists and pedestrians

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Accidental death verdict for cyclist who fell from bike at Center Parcs

Accidental death verdict for cyclist who fell from bike at Center Parcs

Site director told the coroner's court visitors are “strongly recommended” to wear helmets when cycling, after the 53-year-old suffered serious head injuries

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"Tone deaf": Cyclists slam NSPCC Land Rover giveaway; Timmy Mallett finds "new bike trap" on National Cycle Network route; First summit finish of the Giro won by Davide Bais; Anti-cycling story coming to a national paper near you? + more on the live blog

"Tone deaf": Cyclists slam NSPCC Land Rover giveaway; Timmy Mallett finds "new bike trap" on National Cycle Network route; First summit finish of the Giro won by Davide Bais; Anti-cycling story coming to a national paper near you? + more on the live blog

It's almost the weekend... rudely just a two-day break this week... Dan Alexander is on duty for your final live blog of the week

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British racing scene is “a real struggle”, says Ineos Grenadiers manager Rod Ellingworth

British racing scene is “a real struggle”, says Ineos Grenadiers manager Rod Ellingworth

“You look at British talent at the moment… it’s pretty strong, but the racing is a real struggle”

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Women’s cycling team sacks former pro and director who urged riders to “take a knee” in protest against trans cyclists

Women’s cycling team sacks former pro and director who urged riders to “take a knee” in protest against trans cyclists

Cynisca Cycling says Tour de France podium finisher Inga Thompson’s “methods and personal attacks are inconsistent” with the team’s mission to “advance opportunities for women”

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Cube introduces Bosch-powered Trike Hybrid with tilting tech from BMW

Cube introduces Bosch-powered Trike Hybrid with tilting tech from BMW

Cube introduces Bosch-powered Trike Hybrid with tilting tech

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“In the middle of the road!” Motorist berates children cycling “harmlessly home from school” on empty cul-de-sac

“In the middle of the road!” Motorist berates children cycling “harmlessly home from school” on empty cul-de-sac

“Nobody took a bit of notice of her… You have to laugh really”

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Vitus launches versatile new Venon EVO RS & GR bikes — first look and first ride impressions

Vitus launches versatile new Venon EVO RS & GR bikes — first look and first ride impressions

These brand new 'all-road' bikes from Vitus come in a range of builds, designed to blur the lines between road and gravel

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Van Rysel launches do-it-all NCR CF carbon road bike, and it looks like great value

Van Rysel launches do-it-all NCR CF carbon road bike, and it looks like great value

Carbon-framed all-rounder from Decathlon-owned brand comes with a Shimano Tiagra groupset for £1,700… and you can take part in an online competition to win one

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Pinarello Dogma XC mountain bike breaks cover

Pinarello Dogma XC mountain bike breaks cover

New Dogma is Pinarello’s first cross-country MTB in over a decade

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Yamaha's moped style e-bike and s-pedelec on sale soon

Yamaha's moped style e-bike and s-pedelec on sale soon

Japanese giant continues own-brand electric two-wheeled rollout

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Bicycle frame making moved to endangered 'Red List' by Heritage Crafts; BMX jump cycle lane — cycling route has the mother of all speed bumps installed; Cav crashes AGAIN (+ stunning Amalfi scenery & breakaway heartbreak in Naples) + more on the live blog

Bicycle frame making moved to endangered 'Red List' by Heritage Crafts; BMX jump cycle lane — cycling route has the mother of all speed bumps installed; Cav crashes AGAIN (+ stunning Amalfi scenery & breakaway heartbreak in Naples) + more on the live blog

Just two days until the weekend... we could definitely get used to this four-day week lark. Dan Alexander is on live blog duty for you this Thursday, on what promises to be another jam-packed day of cycling action

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How fast?! New road bike 10-mile time trial record set at 51.6km/h average speed for 18:41 clocking

How fast?! New road bike 10-mile time trial record set at 51.6km/h average speed for 18:41 clocking

George Fox set a time of 18:41 on the F11/10 course in Hertfordshire on Sunday

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Mallorca motorcyclist under influence of drugs who killed cyclist after hitting group ride head-on released with charges

Mallorca motorcyclist under influence of drugs who killed cyclist after hitting group ride head-on released with charges

UPDATED: Suspect released on charges by a court in Inca in relation to the incident which saw a group of Polish cyclists hit by a motorcyclist

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Remco Evenepoel crashes after loose dog runs into Giro d'Italia peloton

Remco Evenepoel crashes after loose dog runs into Giro d'Italia peloton

One of the world champion's Soudal Quick-Step teammates was the first to hit the deck as the animal ran out into the rain-soaked road

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Increased sentence for hit-and-run driver who killed cyclist while speeding at 80mph in 30mph zone before torching car

Increased sentence for hit-and-run driver who killed cyclist while speeding at 80mph in 30mph zone before torching car

Lee Beevers was already banned from driving when he hit and killed cyclist Alan Tankard as the rider crossed the road on his bike wearing hi-vis clothing in West Yorkshire last year

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Cycling UK criticises imminent Department for Transport plan for "longer and more hazardous lorries" on Britain's roads

Cycling UK criticises imminent Department for Transport plan for "longer and more hazardous lorries" on Britain's roads

Lorries up to 18.55 metres in length could be allowed from as soon as the end of the month, raising safety concerns for vulnerable road users

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Mark Cavendish slides across the finish line after Giro sprint crash chaos; Driver crashes into "cursed" Velorution bike shop AGAIN; Mr Loophole says plan to allow longer lorries "a really bad idea"; Genius congestion-tackling + more on the live blog

Mark Cavendish slides across the finish line after Giro sprint crash chaos; Driver crashes into "cursed" Velorution bike shop AGAIN; Mr Loophole says plan to allow longer lorries "a really bad idea"; Genius congestion-tackling + more on the live blog

You're not the only one still reeling from the after-effects of the long weekend, but Adwitiya's on live blog duty again to help you find your feet

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Specialized launches S-Works Mondo as “the fastest endurance all-road tyre ever”

Specialized launches S-Works Mondo as “the fastest endurance all-road tyre ever”

New tyre also promises durability, all-weather traction, and puncture protection; there’s a new 3D-printed saddle too

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Near Miss of the Day 864: Bus driver squeezes cyclist towards kerb at stop

Near Miss of the Day 864: Bus driver squeezes cyclist towards kerb at stop

"The driver just blanked me – no recognition of me or the incident at all"

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Air ambulance called to Fred Whitton incident on Hardknott Pass

Air ambulance called to Fred Whitton incident on Hardknott Pass

Police and the event organisers confirmed the injuries were not as bad as first feared, with a rider kept in hospital overnight

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Chris King unveils ARD44: “the world’s first and only recyclable aero wheelset”

Chris King unveils ARD44: “the world’s first and only recyclable aero wheelset”

US brand says new wheels reduce fatigue and strain on the rider thanks to nylon fibre bonding process which absorbs vibration

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The wheelset edition! Five cool things coming soon from Campagnolo, Roval, Prime, Black Inc and Parcours

The wheelset edition! Five cool things coming soon from Campagnolo, Roval, Prime, Black Inc and Parcours

Check out the latest and coolest gear we have on test right now, with full reports on the way…

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Cyclist tests World Championships route's pothole-repaired roads... snaps saddle and limps home; Leknessund takes the pink jersey from Evenepoel at Giro d'Italia ; Cycling's last-minute Eurovision entry?; Weekend round-up + more on the live blog

Cyclist tests World Championships route's pothole-repaired roads... snaps saddle and limps home; Leknessund takes the pink jersey from Evenepoel at Giro d'Italia ; Cycling's last-minute Eurovision entry?; Weekend round-up + more on the live blog

After another healthy dosing of a Bank Holiday, Adwitiya's here to paddle you through the much-missed road.cc live blog

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