UK lockdown

Extinction Rebellion sets out to reclaim the streets for people this weekend

Stencils and spray paint at the ready in call for safe space for people on foot and on bikes

Fri, May 15, 2020 14:07
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Stay away! Non-locals told not to visit beauty spots across England for exercise despite lockdown restrictions being eased

From tomorrow, people can drive anywhere in England – but tourism and council chiefs say visitors aren’t welcome

Tue, May 12, 2020 13:37
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Q+A: What has changed for cyclists riding for exercise in Great Britain after the latest lockdown restriction announcements? (Updated)

We look at the latest changes to emergency legislation and guidance and what it means for you

Mon, May 11, 2020 13:54
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Unlimited exercise allowed from Wednesday, says PM Boris Johnson – although existing legislation placed no limits

People who can't work from home encouraged to return to work, but ideally commuting on foot or by bike

Sun, May 10, 2020 18:20
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Road closures to be brought in to discourage school run drivers once lockdown lifts

Post-lockdown measures also aimed at encouraging parents and children to walk, cycle or scoot to school

Sun, May 10, 2020 16:52
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Pedal Me, the e-cargo bike-based delivery service, warns Amazon: “We’re coming for you”

London-based firm offers to co-operate with online giant – but is prepared to compete too

Sun, May 10, 2020 14:34
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Industry calls for no VAT on bikes, subsidies for e-bikes and support for new or lapsed cyclists ahead of lockdown easing

Bicycle Association tells government bikes will be essential to ease pressure on public transport and avoid gridlock

Thu, May 07, 2020 14:20
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Prime Minister heralds “new Golden Age for cycling” – starting as soon as Sunday?

Boris Johnson makes claim at Prime Ministers Questions – funding expected for pop-up bike lanes across England, as Sadiq Khan unveils plans for safe space for cycling in London

Wed, May 06, 2020 14:57
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End hostility towards cyclists urge British Cycling and Cycling UK

Organisations jointly pen open letter after number of anti-cyclist incidents during lockdown

Mon, May 04, 2020 15:11
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Getting people riding to work key part of government’s post-lockdown plan, says transport secretary

Grant Shapps also expected to announce funding to councils for pop-up cycle lanes in coming days

Mon, May 04, 2020 13:35
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