London Archives

London

Sadiq Khan’s emergency rules on affordable London housing “reduce requirements for cycle parking” and allow financial “contributions” instead of building bike racks

The new reduction in requirements is stated to be due to “the rise of dockless cycle and e-scooter hire”, such as e-bikes

Sat, Oct 25, 2025 11:52

Car passenger films driver and e-motorbiker travelling at 50mph in 20mph zone

“Is that the Telegraph’s famous 52mph cyclist?” Car passenger films illegal e-motorbiker ‘cycling’ at 55mph – but cyclists slam driver for speeding in 20mph zone; Cycling UK “gobsmacked” by police refusal to investigate bike thefts + more on the live blog

After a week scoping out next year’s Tour de France route (and enjoying the sun) in Spain, Ryan Mallon’s back to dust off the live blog cobwebs and keep you up to speed with all your Monday cycling news and views

Mon, Oct 06, 2025 09:12

Cyclists injured in crashes caused by “faulty” Lime bikes that “fell apart” file 12 compensation claims

"Some of these injuries are serious and in all cases were avoidable if the bikes had been in working order," says law firm investigating claims electric hire bikes had mechanical issues such as brakes that "stopped working"

Tue, Sep 30, 2025 10:39

“He’s not going to get anywhere quick doing that”: Pro cyclist can’t get his bike chain back on; London cyclists spot homemade sign asking if they can “tell the difference between red and green”; Einstein’s saddle is for sale + more on the live blog

It's Tuesday, and Megan is back to keep you updated with the live blog

Tue, Sep 30, 2025 08:29

In the aftermath of tube strike chaos, 28% of Londoners say they are now more likely to cycle in future

Bike hire firms admit spike in cycle traffic "exceeded expectations", as campaigners urge politicians to deliver on cycling's "huge untapped potential as a safe, healthy transport mode"

Fri, Sep 26, 2025 14:44

“Neat idea” or “style over substance”? Your thoughts on THAT bike storage capsule that wants to kill off the saddlebag; Even saddles aren’t safe from London bike thieves; What’s the UCI done this time?; Evans wants 100 new stores + more on the live blog

It's been a while but Dan Alexander is back on live blog duty for you this Thursday, ready to round-up all the goings on in the world of cycling as we head towards the weekend

Thu, Sep 25, 2025 07:58

City of London considers stricter punishments for “dangerous and anti-social” cyclists jumping red lights

Police reportedly looking to use Community Protection Warnings to issue tougher penalties than £50 Fixed Penalty Notices, with prosecutions touted

Mon, Sep 22, 2025 10:54

“EVs don’t address congestion or road safety”: London borough criticised for prioritising electric cars and treating cycling and walking as an “afterthought” – despite widespread support for safe cycle lanes

“Residents in every ward, bar one, highlighted the lack of safe cycling infrastructure… It deserves clear commitments and funding,” the leader of Richmond’s Green Party said in response to the borough’s draft transport strategy

Thu, Sep 18, 2025 11:59

“More traffic, more crashes. Who knew?” Telegraph ridiculed for Tube strike bike “chaos” story on eight extra crashes (as cycle numbers up 32%) and “terrifying cycling” poll; Good service on all Limes; Snapped seatpost Zwift crash + more on the live blog

It’s finally, finally Friday, and Ryan Mallon’s here to ease you into the weekend with your daily microdose of cycling news, views, and general silliness on the live blog

Fri, Sep 12, 2025 08:59

London cyclists use Superhighway 6 at Blackfriars

Stranded by Tube strikes? Try one of these London cycling routes instead

Join the thousands of commuters getting on their bike this week to beat the disruption

Wed, Sep 10, 2025 16:28