Whitehaven

School headteacher backs “very exciting” cycle lane to keep children safe… but councillors claim “barking mad” scheme will “shrink” space for cars

While primary school hopes new bike lane could encourage more children to safely cycle in, local politicians have expressed concerns the road will be narrowed and traffic slowed

Wed, Feb 05, 2025 11:54
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Britain’s crappest cycle path? Water company slammed after “absolutely vile” sewage spill on popular bike path used by schoolchildren

United Utilities says the issue, caused by a sewer blockage and subsequent flooding, has now been resolved, after one politician branded the sewage-strewn path as “unacceptable”

Wed, Jan 17, 2024 16:23
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