Details emerge of Newcastle’s new cycle routes

Newcastle City Council is announcing details of the first of its new city cycle routes, paid for by Government money. This week, the public will be asked for their thoughts…

First Birmingham ‘revolution’ route opens along canal

The first of Birmingham’s new ‘Cycle Revolution’ routes opens today. But to describe the route as revolutionary is perhaps a bit of a stretch – as it’s simply a 1.5-mile…

Birmingham 20mph plans unveiled

Birmingham City Council has published its plans for the first batch of 20mph limits, covering Moseley, Kings Heath, Springfield, Sparkbrook and parts of Balsall Heath – and is asking for…

Santander could replace Barclays on Boris bikes

London’s hire bikes could be repainted red if the Santander bank wins the sponsorship contract, replacing Barclays. Barclays’ contract expires in summer 2015. The company has indicated it won’t seek…

“We want to cycle over viaduct”, say locals

Lancashire people are calling for a 19th century railway viaduct to be opened up to cyclists. Martholme Viaduct, between Padiham and Accrington, was once regularly used by local people…