Government

“I reject any stereotyping of cyclists”: Irish prime minister condemns judge’s ‘nightmare cyclists’ comments, as Labour makes formal complaint to judicial standards body

The Taoiseach's comments join a chorus of dismay following judge James O'Donohue's remarks in civil court during a case which saw damages paid to an injured cyclist reduced by 80%

“This story was one-sided”: Cycling campaigners criticise BBC coverage of “irresponsible e-bike users”

The BBC's coverage was based on a complaint about hire bikes blocking footways raised by one elderly couple and did not investigate other pavement infringements such as parked cars

Fuming politicians claim “ridiculous” new cycle lane scheme is “crackpot stuff”, but council encourages residents to “ditch the car for some shorter journeys”

Proposal for active travel infrastructure has sparked row over cycling data, as local authority insists scheme will make area "healthier and safer"

“For cyclists, potholes are far more than an annoyance”: British Cycling welcomes government’s new pothole traffic light ratings showing which counties “are fixing potholes effectively”

Government says new ratings follow "record" £7.3 billion funding for pothole repairs announced at most recent Budget

E-bikes could be classified as mobility devices in drive to modernise “outdated rules”

12-week DfT review could scrap 40-year-old laws and legalise e-bikes for disabled riders

Nigel Farage claims plan to lower drink drive limit “designed by the Islington cycling classes” – as Reform UK leader says: “We’re now incredibly safe on our roads”

Labour’s plans to consult on lowering the drink drive limit in England and Wales were branded “absolutely ridiculous and wholly unnecessary” by Farage, who said the current laws have worked “pretty effectively”

Wheelchairs and mobility scooters could be allowed in cycle lanes under new government proposals

The three month consultation is also gauging proposals that would legalise privately-owned e-scooters in public spaces

“Arrogant” cyclists riding at 70mph are ignoring police and making pavements “as dangerous as the road”, House of Lords told

During a debate on the Crime and Policing Bill, former Met Police head Lord Hogan-Howe reiterated his calls for bike number plates, while other peers claimed that the “threat” had shifted from “Lycra louts” to e-bike riders

Scottish Tour de France Grand Départ budget trebles to over £10 million

The 2027 Grand Départ of the men's Tour de France was only initially budgeted at £3.3 million between Edinburgh Council and the Scottish government

Speed gun deployed to fine cyclists riding faster than 12mph in London park

Wandsworth Council says “too many park users have told us they feel unsafe” around “dangerous or inconsiderate cyclists” in green spaces, but insists fines will only be issued as “a last resort”

Active travel progress “slows” in Wales, as campaigners warn “less effective” cycling infrastructure possible under new funding changes

The Active Travel in Wales Annual Report shows more adults are cycling but raises concerns over the end of ringfenced funding and reveals that none of last year’s recommendations have been fully achieved

Council demands “urgent action” from Lime and Forest hire bike operators to “fix persistent problems”

Islington Council leader threatens to “remove access” to spaces unless issues with dangerous parking and poor rider behaviour are addressed

“People are not one thing or another”: Labour transport chief condemns “shameful” Tory cycling culture wars – but campaigners slam government active travel ‘cuts’ while “wasting billions on big road schemes”

The Transport Action Network say a real term funding cut of 36% since 2021-22 shows Labour are not "serious about growth and the NHS"

From the party that brought you ‘cycle lanes are a waste of money’: Reform UK council hails “excellent” new bike path, celebrating “safer and greener environment for everyone”

“The area is helping to foster healthier lifestyle choices in more accessible pathways for walking and cycling,” a Reform planning chief said after the new cycle lane was opened – despite some residents complaining about traffic disruption

“The path to nowhere”: Ministry of Defence accused of “pettiness” for blocking completion of new cycling and walking route to school – and threatening to fence off 15-metre section if children use it in “nonsensical” row

The government department claims the shared-use path could have a “detrimental impact” on local families, though the MOD’s decision to reopen discussions with Fife Council has been hailed as a “return to commonsense”

Government must “move from good intentions to a clear long-term plan” for cycling, campaigners warn, as £626 million active travel investment announced

British Cycling and Cycling UK are among the signatories calling for "predictable cycles and transparent reporting" of infrastructure investment

Giant finalises refunds to migrant workers, after Trump administration blocked imports of brand’s bikes over forced labour allegations

Giant says corrective plan "on schedule" and it "remains committed to further strengthening systems that protect migrant worker rights"

Farewell to the “potmonster” as Northern Ireland’s worst pothole finally filled in and new Road Maintenance Strategy announced

Ministers hope the road mapping strategy will counter the pothole "postcode lottery" that cycling campaigners have previously warned of

Labour ditched Cycle to Work cap two weeks before Budget after deciding it “wasn’t worth the revenue”, as bike shops hail “common sense prevailing”

“E-bikes and cargo bikes cost more, but they’re the tools that make cycling practical for people who couldn’t otherwise manage it. A cap would have slammed the door on exactly the people we should be helping,” the Association of Cycle Traders says

No change to Cycle to Work Scheme in Budget, Treasury confirms — despite reports spending cap would be introduced

Reports hinted a spending cap would be re-introduced to the tax-relief scheme, but Cycle to Work Alliance "happy to confirm no changes" to scheme

Improving cycle infrastructure and public transport has little impact on car use, new review finds

These non-coercive measures need to be combined with measures such as higher driving costs or reduced car access to have an effect

Dutch government commits €1 billion to cycling infrastructure to connect new homes

It is part of a €2.5 billion package to create roads, cycle paths, tunnels and tram lines to residential areas

Government shuts down “false” media claims roads to be narrowed to stop drivers overtaking cyclists, after tabloid “war on motorists” hysteria “misrepresents” latest road safety guidance

Tabloid meltdown and condemnation from motoring organisations, but Department for Transport insists "there has never been legally binding standards for road widths" and coverage was "false and misrepresent the guidance" from Active Travel England

Slovakian government mocked over “nonsensical” 6km/h speed limit for children cycling on pavements

Parliament has approved the proposal but a cycling group said it means “children will break the law every day”, teaching them that ignoring it is “OK”

Labour’s Cycle to Work limit “risks undoing progress to encourage cycling, decrease traffic, and reduce carbon emissions”, say scheme providers

Rachel Reeves’ reported plans have also been criticised by Cycling UK, who point out that while capping the scheme “may sound like a sensible way for ministers to save money, in reality, it will cost the government a lot more”

Councillor under fire for “kamikaze cyclists” rant, as rivals warn against “blaming cyclists for accidents that happen to them”

The Dublin politician’s complaint about cyclists “banging through” shared spaces and needing to be “put off the road” sparked a row during a council meeting, which saw the councillor eventually replace the much-criticised phrase with “reckless cyclists”

Labour clamps down on “tax breaks for high earners riding £4,000 e-bikes in the Surrey Hills”, as Rachel Reeves to reintroduce Cycle to Work spending cap in Autumn Budget

“Cycle to Work should be about helping ordinary commuters switch to greener travel… Taxpayers shouldn’t be footing the bill for luxury leisure,” a government source said

Roads need to be narrower or wider to protect cyclists, says new government guidance

Active Travel England have released a report which states that cyclists are safest when roads are under 3.25m or over 3.9m wide

“Some cyclists are abusing the situation”: Irish council considers cycling speed limit after reports of ‘speed merchants in Lycra whipping past’ pedestrians on popular greenway

Local politician reports walker was hit and injured recently, other councillors suggesting cyclists "need to slow down before there is a serious accident" on the 23km off-road path

“We felt like our backs were up against the wall”: US cycling clothing brand challenging Donald Trump’s tariffs with Supreme Court lawsuit

Clothing company to challenge controversial economic policy in court next week, numerous brands from across the bike industry having warned of the impact of tariffs on business