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Abington active travel project, Northampton

Reform UK accused of causing gridlock “chaos” and forcing rat-running drivers to “bomb” through narrow streets thanks to new cycle lane works

The party says the new cycling infrastructure will “make a positive difference to how people get around this part of Northampton by creating safer and more accessible routes”

Sat, Jun 13, 2026 10:54

Car ends up in boating lake in Poole Park

Reform UK pledges to reopen park rat-run closed to promote cycling… on the same day motorist drives into lake in park

The entrance to heritage-listed Poole Park, previously used by rat-running drivers as a cut-through near Sandbanks, one of the wealthiest neighbourhoods in the country, was permanently closed in 2024

Thu, Jun 04, 2026 16:12

Cyclists should “take own responsibility” for safety says Reform councillor, as Halfords and police join forces for bike lights campaign to “make roads safer”

The ‘Don’t Be Dim, Be A Bright Cyclist’ campaign is “raising awareness about keeping cyclists safe on our roads” by urging riders to use front and rear bike lights and wear hi-vis clothing, after a councillor counted 27 cyclists riding without lights

Fri, Jan 23, 2026 16:43

Cyclists in Islington with Nigel Farage and a pint

Nigel Farage claims plan to lower drink drive limit “designed by the Islington cycling classes” – as Reform UK leader says: “We’re now incredibly safe on our roads”

Labour’s plans to consult on lowering the drink drive limit in England and Wales were branded “absolutely ridiculous and wholly unnecessary” by Farage, who said the current laws have worked “pretty effectively”

Thu, Jan 08, 2026 12:51

Reform-led council and local students opens new Station Link cycle route in Corby

From the party that brought you ‘cycle lanes are a waste of money’: Reform UK council hails “excellent” new bike path, celebrating “safer and greener environment for everyone”

“The area is helping to foster healthier lifestyle choices in more accessible pathways for walking and cycling,” a Reform planning chief said after the new cycle lane was opened – despite some residents complaining about traffic disruption

Fri, Dec 12, 2025 12:25

What to expect for cycling if Reform UK get into power

If opinion polls are to be believed and stay this way until 2029, Nigel Farage's latest political party will be forming the next UK Government. Here's a fully costed breakdown of how that will turn out for cyclists, according to George Hill

Sat, Nov 01, 2025 08:00

“Stop tinkering with pleasantries”: Reform councillor tells council to swap Peak District cycling and walking routes for major railway investment

While walking and cycling routes through the national park are "nice", Derbyshire councillor urges transport plans to "get back to manufacturing" and prioritise rail, arguing "you can integrate cycling and railway tracks side by side"

Fri, Sep 26, 2025 10:04

A452, between Kenilworth and Leamington Spa

Reform council leader halts bike lane plans and announces county-wide review to see if they’re “actually worth it”

The council announced it won’t “crazily put down cycle lanes” because it’s not “best for the residents”, despite more than 3,000 residents signing a petition for a delayed five-kilometre bike path to be included in the council’s plans

Wed, Sep 03, 2025 15:15

Cyclist next to a LTN planter; Insert: Nigel Farage

Reform UK branded “utterly clueless” after pledging to scrap LTNs – where none exist

“Now they have some power, they need to learn how to Google things first,” a Lib Dem spokesperson said after the 10 councils now under Reform’s control confirmed they do not have the traffic-calming measures in place

Thu, May 22, 2025 10:04

Chris Froome celebrates winning the 2013 Tour de France (picture copyright Simon Wilkinson:SWpix.com)

Tour de France could be withdrawn from 2016 UCI calendar

Tour owners threaten to pull race from UCI control if speed of reforms does not improve

Sat, Jun 20, 2015 08:27