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“Everything is being made for cyclists but you don’t see many of them”: Locals claim “nightmare” cycle lanes forcing drivers to rat-run; Bikes at polling stations; Delgado weighs in on Seixas; + more on the live blog

It’s election day, and Ryan Mallon and live blog debutant Henry Winchester are here to keep you up-to-speed with all the latest cycling news and reaction as you head to the polls

Thu, May 07, 2026 09:51

“Stressful but also uplifting”: Ultra-cyclist’s bike returned to her days after it was reported stolen from Leeds petrol station

The bike was reported stolen on Easter Sunday, though Justyna Jarczok says the police were "not involved at all" in its recovery.

Wed, Apr 08, 2026 11:06

“Everything I own is gone”: ultra-cyclist’s bike and belongings stolen after winning tough race

Polish ultra-cyclist Justyna Jarczok says her belongings have now been found in a park hours after the theft initially occurred near Leeds, but her rare Kona mountain bike is still missing

Mon, Apr 06, 2026 16:21

Leeds £12m “transformative” walking and cycle lane project set to begin

The Leeds City Links scheme will bring more than a year of roadworks as residents continue to voice frustration over delayed tram plans and unreliable public transport

Sat, Jan 03, 2026 16:08

“Cyclists are not the problem”: Plan to ban all bikes from city centre due to safety concerns about delivery riders on illegal e-motorbikes slammed – but locals say “anyone with common decency would get off and push!” + more on the live blog

Welcome to the Thursday live blog! Ryan Mallon will be on duty to keep you up-to-speed with all the latest cycling news and views as we freewheel towards the weekend

Thu, Oct 09, 2025 09:38

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Deliveroo rider who killed cyclist while riding an illegally modified e-bike given community service and four-year driving ban

The food delivery rider said he had bought the motor online after being advised by fellow riders, and was looking at his Sat Nav when the collision took place

Wed, Mar 12, 2025 12:06

Bikejackers kick “poor kid” and steal his cycle from BMX track, leaving other children traumatised

The incident took place barely two months after knife-wielding youths with balaclavas on quads and mopeds attempted to steal kids’ bikes at the same track in Yeadon

Wed, Aug 14, 2024 12:29

Serial bike thief jailed – after stealing police officer’s bike

Officer bike belonged to was attending West Yorkshire Police training seminar in Leeds city centre when Christopher Hall stole it

Sat, Mar 30, 2024 14:04

A660 Victoria Road Junction, Leeds (Leeds City Council)

Protected cycle lane on busy city road could “unintentionally deliver a more dangerous environment” by creating rat runs, councillor warns

Leeds City Council says the new infrastructure, set to be installed on a “busy, narrow” road used by schoolchildren, will “keep people safe”

Wed, Oct 04, 2023 14:57

“Doing nothing is not feasible”: Council defends “life-saving” cycle lane after opponents said it would cause “traffic stacking” and destroy green space

Leeds City Council also disputed the claim made by a residents’ group that the consultation over the bike lane plans was “biased”

Sun, May 21, 2023 10:31