Archive for March 2009

New economic analysis signals a more effective approach to cycling

New research published today makes the case for a fundamental rethink in the way local authorities plan cycling. The research, by independent economists SQW, argues that cycling must be treated with the same rigour as other mainstream modes of transport if its benefits are to be fully understood.

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Scheme of the Month - Design for National Standards, Lambeth

Lambeth has a “joined up” approach to cycle facilities and the National Standards Cycle Training (i.e. any facilities for cyclists should be designed to enable and encourage cyclists to cycle following national standard principles).
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Personality of the Month - Oli Lougheed, British Cycling

What is your job or other main activity that involves cycling?
I’m the Cycle Training Manager for British Cycling, working on the new Bikeability and Instructor Course projects.

How long have you done that?
One year.
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Cycling City, Cycling Towns

England's first Cycling City and eleven new Cycling Towns are set to receive the largest investment in cycling the country has ever seen.

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Bikeability

Cycling England's flagship award scheme, teaching children to cycle safely and responsibly.

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