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Calls for Mallorca 312 cycling event to be cancelled over “abusive” road closures which “violate” locals’ rights to “enter or leave their homes” and turn island into a “theme park”

A dozen groups, ranging from anti-tourism protesters to environmental campaigners, have claimed the popular sportive “does not respond to any social need”, “harms the wellbeing” of residents, and only enriches “certain businessmen”

Mon, Mar 03, 2025 13:40

Councillors say “community is at breaking point” due to road closures for popular multi-day triathlon as route changes proposed — but some locals say event is a “lifeline to our village economy”

“It’s an unfortunate change at a time when we’re grappling with tough circumstances,” said a local whose village is to be excluded from the new route of the Long Course Weekend Wales

Wed, Jan 08, 2025 18:40

Video: Motorists force their way onto roads closed for RideLondon

Bystanders attempt to stick up for isolated marshal

Thu, Aug 02, 2018 14:51

Anti-cycling feeling apparent as Velothon Wales draws near

Road closures the issue with 15,000 people due to ride in the event

Sat, Jun 06, 2015 10:58

Surrey residents fume as closed roads trap them during RideLondon 100 (image Prudential RideLondon)

Pro-cycling Surrey petition overtakes anti-bike campaign

'Stop Surrey becoming a cycle track' eclipsed by Boardman supported bike-friendly argument

Mon, Oct 21, 2013 10:56

Stop Surrey Being Turned in to a Cycle Track petition reaches over 1,100 signatures – effect on small businesses to be investigated

"People complain more than they respond positively," says Federation of Small Businesses officer

Tue, Sep 10, 2013 10:11

Surrey resident launches campaign against closed-road cycle events

“No one has consulted me," says clay-pigeon biz owner, complaining about noisy "lycra louts" with RideLondon in his sights

Thu, Aug 15, 2013 11:45

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Cycle Race – Caution (Cheshire Classic 2013, copyright Britishcycling.org.uk)

East Yorkshire bike races under threat after police reportedly insist on road closures due to safety concerns

Some events already cancelled - police move follows death of rider in time trial near Hull in March

Wed, May 01, 2013 23:14

Row over Vachery Triathlon: Is Surrey the new New Forest?

Residents angry over road closures and disruption could force race onto open roads

Sat, Apr 27, 2013 08:04

London 2012 Olympic Torch (picture credit – LOCOG)

TfL announces details of Olympic road closures including road race and time trial events

Surrey County Council also has an FAQ relating to restritions in place when county hosts cycling's stars this summer

Tue, Mar 13, 2012 15:38