Manchester

Cyclist found not guilty after collision with pedestrian, who died eight days later

The cyclist claimed he was travelling at an “appropriate” speed at the time of the collision and denied that he was “on a time trial and didn’t care what happened ahead of him”

Wed, Sep 07, 2022 12:21
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Questions asked after another police force keen to highlight crackdown on cyclists jumping red lights

Greater Manchester Police is the latest force to share pictures of officers disciplining cyclists for riding through red lights

Tue, Feb 08, 2022 17:18
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Bike Library scheme gives thousands of people access to bicycles for free

Chris Boardman launched the initiative in Manchester this week

Sun, Jul 04, 2021 09:16
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Cargo bike ‘photobomb’ in front of Liverpool team bus goes viral

"We were just on our way to the pub"

Sun, May 16, 2021 08:21
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Elinor Barker ‘relieved’ to be training again after being hit by driver

The track and road cyclist said her Olympic dream could have been ruined by a motorist who couldn't wait a few seconds

Sat, May 01, 2021 10:37
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Family of cyclist killed in collision say the world has been ‘robbed’ of a loving, caring mum

The driver of the Range Rover remained at the scene and is assisting police with their enquiries.

Sun, Mar 28, 2021 13:33
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Cyclist given £2,500 payout after crashing on ungritted cycle path and breaking finger

His lawyers said the 'backwards policy' of 'creating but not maintaining' cycle paths was impacting efforts to get more people cycling

Sat, Mar 13, 2021 08:57
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Fast fashion – how eco is your cycle clothing?

With the textile and clothing industry being a major cause of environmental damage, we look at how some British cycle clothing brands are supporting sustainability

Fri, Aug 07, 2020 17:00
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Could UK first CYCLOPS junction be “slam dunk” for cycling?

First of new CYCLOPS junctions in Manchester is hoped to improve crossings for walking and cycling, and shorten wait times for drivers

Tue, Jun 30, 2020 13:40
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Manchester City Council rejects pop-up cycle lanes saying it doesn’t foresee sufficient demand from commuters

Other councils in wider city region embrace emergency measures, as Greater Manchester's Chris Boardman explains difficulties of working with different authorities

Sun, Jun 07, 2020 20:37
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