The labour law body the Central Arbitration Committee (CAC) has ruled that Deliveroo riders are self-employed. In response, the Independent Workers Union of Great Britain (IWGB), which brought the case, accused the firm of ‘gaming the system’.The latest instalment in the long-running battle for workers’ rights in the gig economy came about after Deliveroo refused … Read more
dhb’s Blok Mesh Sleeveless Baselayer is a no-frills lightweight top that does as good a job as more expensive ones, and just makes me ask: why would you spend more? Pros: Price, performance, Polygiene odour control Cons: Umm… A while back, I reviewed the Castelli Pro Mesh Sleeveless baselayer. This dhb baselayer is a dead … Read more
Users of the Zwift online training and racing app Zwift have reacted angrily to the announcement yesterday that the monthly charge for the service has increased from £7.99 to £12.99.Zwift launch Group Workouts feature Video: three Zwift setups to suite every budget Zwift vs TrainerRoad: which is best for you? .@gozwift it’s really disappointing to get … Read more
Today’s near miss features some unusual angles. The driver of a white van moves from the left to turn right, cutting across the path of a cyclist who is himself moving across to join a cycleway near the same junction.The incident occurred on Wednesday morning on Abingdon Way in Boldon Colliery.Gary Dawes, who sent us … Read more
Chris Boardman says “Bike lanes aren’t for cyclists – they’re for motorists” – because providing safe infrastructure encourages people to make journeys by bike that they might otherwise have undertaken by car.The former world and Olympic champion, who in May was appointed Greater Manchester’s first cycling and walking commissioner, made his comment as the one millionth journey … Read more
Cycling UK says that proposed changes to road traffic aw do not provide for criminal offences in the event that someone is killed or injured in an incident involving an autonomous vehicle,In written evidence submitted in relation to the Automated and Electric Vehicle (AEV) Bill which this week finished its House of Commons committee stage, … Read more
An eventful week for Sir Bradley Wiggins continued with confirmation that he will make his competitive rowing debut at the British Indoor Championships. The environment shouldn’t prove too alien to him as the event takes place at London’s Olympic Velodrome on Saturday December 9.UK Anti-Doping (Ukad) this week closed its investigation into Team Sky and … Read more
A simple foldable jacket can be a godsend throughout the year, especially if it comes with a bit of waterproofing or at the very least water resistance. The Shutt VR Showerproof Jacket makes a good fist of it, but there are a few niggling points that just take the shine off. Pros: Shower resistance, breathability, … Read more
