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TfL says Boris Bikes encouraging people to cycle – but earlier report said novelty has worn off

Scheme heads towards second anniversary with issues such as distribution of bikes still not ironed out

Thu, Jan 19, 2012 09:28
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Christmas Day sees ‘record usage’ of London’s Barclays Cycle Hire Scheme

Analysis of data shows more than 2,000 Boris Bikes on streets at one point, making it the busiest day yet

Tue, Dec 27, 2011 13:53
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Ken Livingstone says he planned ‘compulsory’ helmets for London’s cycle hire scheme

Former mayor wanted to ensure users got a helmet, but evidence from Australia shows effect on uptake

Fri, Dec 02, 2011 13:09
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Barclays Cycle Hire Scheme wins European sponsorship award

Initiative recognised for positive impact on the community

Mon, Nov 28, 2011 21:54
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Around one in twelve London residents have tried out a Boris bike, survey finds

Hire bikes most popular among the young, male users outnumber females by three to one

Thu, Nov 24, 2011 10:10
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Geraint Thomas on Poppy Bike

Geraint Thomas helps launch Poppy Bike as London gears up for Remembrance Sunday

Barclays donating £1 from all Cycle Hire Scheme journeys in capital today to Poppy Appeal

Thu, Nov 03, 2011 20:06
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Serco lands new £50 million TfL contract as Barclays Cycle Hire Scheme prepares to head East

Money will also be used to install docking stations close to Westfield in Shepherds Bush plus in existing scheme area

Thu, Oct 27, 2011 12:48
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Muggers find new use for Boris Bikes… as getaway vehicles

London's hire bikes prove their versatility once again, but not in a good way

Sun, Oct 02, 2011 22:46
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New York City awards contract for bike hire scheme launching next summer

Scheme similar to those in London and Montreal; NYPD presumably stocking up on ticket books

Thu, Sep 15, 2011 11:00
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Barcelona cycle hire scheme is saving lives

Study says exercise benefits far outweigh miniscule negative impacts

Fri, Aug 05, 2011 15:27
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