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Radio DJ fumes at cyclists for riding two abreast on country road

“Do you know the rules of the road?” Irate cyclist brands radio DJ a “f***ing idiot” for arguing he “has to cycle in single file” and claiming she pays ‘road tax’ to “drive on the roads” – as motorist asks “Am I in the wrong here?” + more on the live blog

After celebrating Eddy Merckx’s 80th birthday by inadvertently going out for a ride in a Molteni jersey and Faema socks, Ryan Mallon’s back with your daily dose of cycling news on the Wednesday live blog. Dressed head to toe in Peugeot gear, of course…

London cyclists – King William Street 11-30 screenshot

20mph in all urban areas, a ban on pavement parking and cycling in the national curriculum: cycling and walking groups call for “most radical reforms to road safety since mandatory seat belts” ahead of Government’s Road Safety Strategy

A new report commissioned by The Bikeability Trust and Living Streets also says lack of awareness over Highway Code changes are leading to "conflict" on Britain's roads, but are confident the Government will act on some of their recommendations

Cyclist in traffic (copyright Simon MacMichael)

Most drivers wrongly believe cyclists must ride single file, stay close to the kerb, and use cycle lanes – and one in three say they shouldn’t have equal rights on the road, new Highway Code survey finds

The study also found that 74 per cent of drivers feel some frustration around cyclists, though 96 per cent claimed they leave the recommended 1.5m distance when overtaking people on bikes

Thames Valley Police criticised for ‘safe’ overtake post (Thames Valley Police Roads Policing)

“Read the Highway Code – that is not a safe pass”: Police say post advising drivers to give cyclists “an arm’s length” of space while overtaking was published “in error”

“Motorists should always give cyclists at least 1.5 metres when overtaking and always be cautious when approaching vulnerable road users,” Thames Valley Police said in response to the social media backlash

Motorists urged to use Dutch Reach technique after cyclist killed in collision

The driver who opened the door that Martin Walczak hit as he cycled past has not yet faced action, the police confirmed — the cyclist's family now calling on drivers to "safeguard" others by using the door-opening technique recommended in the Highway Code

Cyclist in London on road bike with panniers – copyright Simon MacMichael

Changes to the Highway Code mean very little if they are not known or followed by motorists

When it comes to the Highway Code where cyclists are concerned, has anything changed? According to specialist solicitor Mark Hambleton, the evidence - both statistical and anecdotal - suggests much more needs to be done, even if intentions were good

Wearing earphones while cycling — is it allowed? What does the Highway Code say?

The earphones safety discussion is back in the spotlight, but what does the law say?

Dooring – What is it, what does the law say and what should you do if it happens to you while cycling?

A dooring incident is every cyclist’s nightmare, and can lead to serious injury or even be fatal in the worst cases. Here's everything you need to know about a danger to cyclists that is sadly too common

Highway Code changes (Tier press release)

Highway Code: One-in-four drivers still don’t know correct rule on cyclist priority

"The findings highlight how well-meaning changes to the Highway Code still put the onus on cyclists and other vulnerable road users to be aware of drivers"

Signs for cyclists – from ‘No cycling’ to ‘Except cycles’ here’s everything to look out for when riding on the road

We take a look at the road signs aimed at people on bikes and what they mean in practice for UK cyclists