U.K. might lose a prime minister because a guy who worked for him knew another guy who hung out with Epstein. Meanwhile the U.S. opposition party is telling our President, who was Epstein's best friend, that his secret police should get better training so their public street murders look less messy.

Does anyone have a photo of one of those UK dual carriageways where pedestrians are expected to scurry across? If so, could I possibly get a copy to use for a talk?

The original people carrier.

Research shows that biking is very, very healthy for people 65+. Findings after reviewing 28 prior studies: "Cycling in later life links to improved mobility [and] balance." "Older cyclists often report psychosocial health, life satisfaction, and well-being improvements." doi.org/10.1016/j.jt...

Why did we have a @cyclinguk.bsky.social Glow Ride in Stevenage? Watch our video and read our infographic to find out: youtu.be/P1z-WeP83S4

The @cyclinguk.bsky.social #GlowRides were fun but this debate is about the serious reason behind them. Ask your MP to take the issue of women’s safety seriously and go along! action.cyclinguk.org/page/182014/...

Ask your MP to attend the debate on women's safety

We only have a few days to get lots of MPs asking for changes to make sure women can cycle safely and confidently all year round at a debate in Parliament on Tuesday. Will you send yours a quick emai...

action.cyclinguk.org

Second Irish firm starts to supply Dutch-style ‘entrance kerbs’ as part of active travel range Another Irish company has started supplying councils with Dutch-style ‘entrance kerbs’ — a key traffic-calming feature for continuous cycle paths and footpaths — as part of its range of active travel…

Second Irish firm starts to supply Dutch-style ‘entrance kerbs’ as part of active travel range

Another Irish company has started supplying councils with Dutch-style ‘entrance kerbs’ — a key traffic-calming feature for continuous cycle paths and footpaths — as part of its range of active travel kerbs. Killeshal Precast Concrete, a company based in County Offaly, said that they are "proud to announce the official launch of our Active Travel Kerb Range manufactured here in Ireland."

irishcycle.com

just wrapped a contract and have space for new work/partners. If anyone out there is need of some creative/content/strat you can message here or connect through my site: creativebyrovelo.com

The strategic road network is managed by a charity and relies on the goodwill of land owners for access. Some motorways will be muddy and flooded each winter. Also The strategic road network stops randomly at council boundaries and investment is where councils are willing. (UK edition).

Natalia Barbour@nataliabarbour.bsky.social · 8mo ago

If car infrastructure was designed like bike infrastructure: — motorists would have to end trip because “lane ends” — they would have to give priority to airplanes — they would have to drive longer because curvy road is more esthetic — every time they drove, someone would say “you drove here”??

If you know that cycling can be better and have the professional skills to work with others to bring these dreams to reality, then a job as Camcycle's Infrastructure Campaigner is the perfect role for you! Download a full job pack at camcycle.org.uk/workwithus Applications close on 12 January.

Motonormativity is a term that should be discussed more in the transportation community @ianwalker.bsky.social @drtaragoddard.com Thanks to @streetsforall.org for this youtu.be/dVwsCFCgT_o?...

Ian Walker lunchtime chat on Motornormativity

YouTube video by Streets For All

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Louder for those at the back.

Jack@jackwjb.bsky.social · 8mo ago

What Paul Doyle did should be triggering a national conversation about car use in the same way that Dunblaine did for gun ownership

When your city's priorities are garbage

Madeleine Bonsma-Fisher, PhD@mbonsma.bsky.social · 8mo ago

Priorities

Not again, New Mills! 🎄🚲 (Fond memories of the Christmas I got verbally abused by former local cllr on Twitter for daring to suggest putting pointless metal barriers around the only cycle stands when local businesses need supporting is A Bit Bloody Stupid. These are unfixed and can be moved, but…🤷‍♂️)

There's a top-class trolling opportunity here: "In the absence of people driving over Hammersmith Bridge it's not clear there's any demand for a car route"

cazorlarist.bsky.social@cazorlarist.bsky.social · 8mo ago

In what universe could you look at this and think yeah let’s reopen this to cars.

Did anyone spot the Christmas tree in a Stevenage underpass recently? Find out why it was there 👉 www.cyclinguk.org/group/post/i... We have written once more to Hill and councillors - at both SBC and HCC. We have just one request: "Please could everyone work together for a solution?"

We had a great time discussing people's experiences of cycling in Stevenage this weekend. Our 2nd residents meeting saw people discussing their most recent journeys and reasons why people might not feel comfortable cycling. Register to get involved in future meetings: mailchi.mp/6dc2e4cad649...

Holy moly - Welsh Government have approved side-road zebras! www.gov.wales/written-stat...

Written Statement: Side Road Zebra Crossings in Wales | GOV.WALES

Ken Skates, Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales

gov.wales

A 30,019-hectare forest in Santa Cruz, Bolivia may soon be sold to agribusiness giant Bom Futuro, which plans to clear it, documents show. Conservationists warn the area is a key part of the Chiquitano dry forest, linking the Amazon, Gran Chaco & Cerrado.

The land deal threatening a vital piece of Bolivia’s Chiquitano dry forest

A large forest in eastern Bolivia is on the verge of being sold to an international agriculture company, raising concerns that it might be razed to make room for new cropland. The 30,019-hectare…

news.mongabay.com

Doing a PhD with Emily would be super awesome! you should apply.

Emily Grubert@gruberte.bsky.social · 9mo ago

🚨job alert🚨 I'm looking to hire at least one PhD student for next year, looking at decarbonization-oriented technology deployment within an ethical frame of resource allocation and justice outcomes. Full ad attached! Pref for CEEES admissions; deadline is 1 January.

We are organising our second residents panel meeting! A safe space for residents to discuss their experiences of cycling in our town. Join us to share your experience and help us shape cycling advocacy in Stevenage! 🗓️ Sat December 6, 10-12 📍 Stevenage Central Library, register via link below

Cycling UK Stevenage Campaigns - Residents' Panel Sign Up

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Wheels for Wellbeing are concerned by reports that the Chancellor is considering putting a maximum price for cycles allowed through the Cycle to Work scheme. We are calling for the scheme to be reformed rather than capped. Read our full statement. wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk/wheels-for-w...

This is why we campaign for more/improved cycle infrastructure.

Spencer @plotfolk.bsky.social · 9mo ago

New cycle lanes are not for people who currently cycle. They are for people who drive because it’s too dangerous to cycle.

Active Travel England: Critical safety issues for walking, wheeling and cycling www.gov.uk/government/p...

Critical safety issues for walking, wheeling and cycling

Illustrated guidance on the 16 critical safety issues identified in Active Travel England's route check tool.

gov.uk

I’m selling my Riese & Muller Cruiser 2 Mixte Vario. It’s a lovely bike, I’m just not using it. Full specs in pics below. It’s 2 years old and done 2600 miles. Just been serviced. Tyneside. Niche so please share! www.facebook.com/share/1AGbtx... If you’re not on FB, can share more via DM.

Great to see BBC coverage for our Glow Ride last night - here and on 3 Counties Radio this morning at 7.15am. Look out for lots more pictures and videos on the way! @cyclinguk.bsky.social www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Stevenage Glow Ride shines light on need for safer cycling

Cyclists call for road surface improvements and better park and cycle route lighting.

bbc.co.uk

This is delightful. 3 friends clubbed together to rescue and buy the iconic Mercian cycles when the company collapsed. Just because they loved the company and didn't want it to disappear. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Saving failing bike firm 'a schoolboy's dream' - BBC News

Mercian Cycles is relocating to a larger premises after being bought out of liquidation last year.

bbc.co.uk

Really good to see this House of Commons research briefing on Children, Young People & the Built Environment, by Louise Whitley, following the LUHC inquiry last year. It covers a huge of academic and policy evidence, from all sorts of angles, from the UK and beyond.

Children, young people and the built environment

The children, young people and the built environment briefing sets out the challenges facing children and young people in accessing formal and informal play spaces. It highlights the opportunities off...

commonslibrary.parliament.uk

Fourteen-year-old Zoe, who lives with cerebral palsy alongside deafness and epilepsy, has found a passion for cycling at Shrewsbury Sports Village, and is now fundraising to buy a specially designed ICE Trike so she can keep active.

Shrewsbury teen with cerebral palsy launches fundraiser to continue cycling

A Shrewsbury teenager, who lives with cerebral palsy alongside deafness and epilepsy, has found a passion for cycling and is now fundraising to buy a specially designed ICE Trike.

shropshirelive.com