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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

Mon, Nov 17, 2025 10:01
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“Grant Shapps should be congratulated”: Frothing talk shows and Mr Loophole discuss number plates for cyclists

How Grant Shapps' pledge to enforce tougher rules on bike riders was reported in print and broadcast media

Wed, Aug 17, 2022 12:34
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‘Nonsense’ Express article fuels ‘toxic road environment’ says Cycling UK

Newspaper’s headline said ‘Cyclists unaware of Highway Code in a major threat to road users who could face fines’

Tue, Oct 13, 2020 19:03
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