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Outer Circle near Hanover Terrace (via Google Street View)

Strava asked to remove popular segment after pedestrian death in cyclist collision

The Royal Parks said it would also be working with police and cycling groups as it considers further safety measures

Mon, May 13, 2024 16:53

Cyclist struck by Mini driver pulling across him into no-entry road (Piggy Stardust, X) 4

Cyclist hit by driver turning into no-entry road “should be prosecuted”, says Mr Loophole – but Jeremy Vine claims motorists who believe cyclist was at fault “should have their driving licence rescinded”

The clip showing the cyclist being struck by a turning motorist – who was allegedly attempting a U-turn to avoid traffic – has sparked a fierce debate on social media

Tue, May 07, 2024 20:42

Drivers on C3 Cycleway, London (credit: John Sword)

‘How to beat the rush? Use the bike lane’: Motorists, including driving instructor and cab driver flood cycle path — and refuse to give way to cyclists; Free Lime bikes to poll stations; Joy Division album or Giro d’Italia stages? + more on the live blog

It’s a poll day edition of the live blog this Thursday, with Adwitiya bringing you all the news, reaction and more from the cycling world

Thu, May 02, 2024 08:54

Holland Park roundabout improvements (Transport for London)

Cyclists slam report by “notorious anti-cycling group” claiming proposed bike lane on “one of the most dangerous junctions” will lead to more collisions and 800% increase in congestion

The scheme’s opponents also questioned Transport for London’s findings that 14 cyclists and pedestrians were injured at the roundabout in the past three years – but cyclists have dismissed the opposition as “faux outrage”

Mon, Apr 22, 2024 16:26

Knife-wielding moped muggers assault cyclist in latest “very targeted” attack at bikejacking hotspot

The 6ft 7in cyclist was pushed into a fence and held down with a knife during the early morning attack last week

Mon, Apr 22, 2024 10:59

Cyclists in London at night stopped at red light – copyright Simon MacMichael

Almost 1,000 cyclists fined for jumping red lights in last nine months since City of London Police introduced “Cycle Response Unit”

"The majority of cyclists are safe and obey the Highway Code, however, we are educating, engaging and where necessary enforcing those road users who go through red lights, putting themselves and pedestrians at risk"

Thu, Apr 18, 2024 08:15

“Cyclists see themselves as the centre of the universe,” says actress Patricia Hodge in rant questioning why police “never” stop red light-jumping cyclists

“I can’t tell you how many continue to ride their bikes at speed, with mothers having to swiftly move their buggies out of the way,” the Miranda actress said in a recent interview after an alleged near miss with a “rude and dangerous” cyclist in London

Fri, Apr 12, 2024 12:05

Cyclists in London (image: Tomek Baginski on Unsplash)

Campaigners urge politicians to stop dragging cyclists into “phoney culture wars” – after Tory mayoral candidate claims “virtue signalling” bike lanes are causing “havoc”

“The blunt fearmongering is a bit like asking Londoners to fear ice cream, a night out or birdsong – and about as likely to work as that,” the London Cycling Campaign has said

Wed, Apr 03, 2024 15:38

Cyclists despair as bike markings painted in door zone “without any thought”, but council claims project “carefully developed in line with guidance”

One cyclist described the road update as "the usual paint is not infrastructure planned by someone who has never ridden a bike"

Tue, Mar 26, 2024 16:06

Conservative London mayoral candidate claims “virtue signalling” cycle lanes are causing “gridlock” and “havoc”, would review cycling infrastructure if elected to end “war on motorists”

The most recent polls suggest Susan Hall is 26 points behind current mayor Sadiq Khan, the Tory candidate's campaign centred around opposing Ulez, scrapping low-traffic neighbourhoods and reversing 20mph speed limits

Tue, Mar 26, 2024 12:16