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“Sacrificing safety for drivers’ benefit”: Plan to reopen ‘cycling only’ road to motorists using active travel funds branded a “disgrace” – as council dismisses protected bike lanes as “impractical, costly, and unviable”

A public consultation on the scheme was paused and then restarted this week after councillors called for clarification on the plans, which could see motorists allowed to drive on the road’s painted cycle lanes

Fri, Mar 06, 2026 20:46
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‘Cycling only’ road closed to drivers since the pandemic faces pressure to reopen, but council hopeful “safe, accessible and attractive cycling routes” still possible

Council insists any change will look to deliver on "supporting safe, accessible and attractive walking and cycling routes"

Tue, Mar 03, 2026 13:04
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