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Reducing speed limits to 20mph protects cyclists and doesn’t delay traffic, new research finds

Researchers in Australia modelled traffic stress levels according to varying speed limits… and the results are no surprise

Fri, Oct 17, 2025 08:34

Cyclist casualties down 28% and 900 fewer road injuries since 20mph limit introduced in Wales – but driving instructor still brands change a “total disaster”

"We thank Welsh drivers who have altered their behaviour to make their communities even better places to be,” says the 20's Plenty For Us group

Wed, Sep 17, 2025 12:16

No No Cycling sign on Bluston Parade to Queensway footbridge

“Why can’t they use the roads?” Tory councillor questions why disabled cyclists can’t push their bikes and asks, “How common is this condition?” during ‘No Cycling’ row; 20mph limits don’t slow cars; Chain trauma; Pidcock on Vuelta + more on the live blog

The temperatures are still rising, so get the factor 50 ready, crack the windows open, and join Ryan Mallon for another day chock-full of cycling news and views on the Wednesday live blog

Wed, Aug 13, 2025 08:49

“This is what Red Bull do”: Mountain biker crashes hard during failed jump over busy road as locals brand viral clip “graphic definition of natural selection”; Driver slams “dangerous” cyclist while admitting speeding in 20mph zone + more on the live blog

He may have started his day by spilling apple juice all over his desk, but Ryan Mallon is still ready for another big, slightly sticky day of cycling news, views, and nonsense on the Tuesday live blog

Tue, Jun 24, 2025 08:18

Cyclists call for 20mph limits on all Oxford roads by 2029 – but bus company says lower speeds would lead to congestion, longer journey times, and “less attractive” travel

One councillor also responded to the campaign group’s proposal by calling for a ‘dangerous’ cycling law – despite cyclists causing no serious injuries in Oxford in 2023

Thu, May 22, 2025 16:24

Bristol ranked eighth best city in Europe for child-friendly cycling – but UK “lags behind” due to unprotected bike lanes and “lack of political ambition”, researchers say

The Clean Cities Campaign report praised Bristol’s plethora of 20mph roads, describing the city as a European “leader” for safe speeds, while London topped the ranking for school streets

Thu, May 15, 2025 12:47

20mph speed limit “single most significant change we’ve ever seen,” says Cycling UK as data reveals 100 fewer people killed or seriously injured on Welsh roads since change – but Conservatives slam “confusion and frustration for drivers”

The charity said the Welsh government’s latest figures are “proof that slower speeds save lives”, and called on the rest of the UK to implement default 20mph limit

Sun, Feb 02, 2025 19:27

Cyclists in Richmond Park with London skyline (copyright Simon MacMichael)

Charity that runs London parks wants new laws to prosecute cyclists for breaking 20mph speed limit in Regent’s Park and Richmond Park

The Royal Parks oversees popular training and riding routes for London cyclists, the body's chairman asking government to "set speed limits for cyclists" in its parks and for riders above 20mph limit to be prosecuted

Mon, Oct 21, 2024 08:55

Wales’ 20mph speed limit debate on Talk TV with Donnachadh McCarthy

“Tory proposal to kill more people”: Cycling campaigner slams Conservative’s attempt to reverse 20mph speed limit in Wales; Evenepoel’s mind games with Pogačar and Van der Poel; Could cyclocross come to 2030 Winter Olympics? + more on the live blog

It’s Friday and we’re in touching distance of the weekend — and maybe some sunny rides too… Adwitiya’s your live blog host for the day with all the cycling news, views and more

Fri, Sep 27, 2024 08:59

Over half of Londoners think councils prefer improving roads for drivers over safety of cyclists and pedestrians, as majority call for more Low Traffic Neighbourhoods and 20mph limits, new study finds

The survey also found that 88 per cent of the capital’s residents believe that cycle lanes should be compulsory when one is available

Thu, Sep 12, 2024 13:49