BBC News The Friday before Christmas is one of the busiest days of the year for traffic, with drivers being warned to expect long delays. On a normal day, the average person in this country spends an hour a day travelling, with most of their journeys made by car. These charts tell the story of… [Read More]
Drivers ‘could be fined for going 1mph over the speed limit’
London Evening Standard) 6 hours ago Motorists could face fines and possible penalty points for driving at 1mph over the speed limit under new police plans, it was reported today. An official review is under way into the ‘buffer zone’ policy that protects drivers from punishment if they are caught driving slightly too fast. The… [Read More]
Protest: Monday, from 5:30pm, Holborn
London Cycling Campaign) Today we are mourning another cyclist, in another collision with a large vehicle, at another notorious set of junctions, in London. This time it was High Holborn in Camden, where LCC has already protested, in 2013, following the death of Alan Neve. This is the fourth cycling fatality in this small tangle… [Read More]
Cases of type 2 diabetes among young people rise 41% in three years
The Guardian) link to original article Denis CampbellSat 18 Aug 2018 00.01 BST Leap brings calls for ministers to act to prevent so many children getting grossly obese Growing numbers of children and young people are developing type 2 diabetes, a disease usually seen in those aged over 40, in the latest sign of worsening… [Read More]
Kerala floods: death toll reaches 164 in worst monsoon in nearly a century
the guardian) ‘Extremely grave’ situation in southern Indian state as more than 150,000 people displaced from their homes Michael SafiFirst published on Fri 17 Aug 2018 02.09 BST The death toll from floods in the southern Indian state of Kerala has jumped to 164 and could grow further, with more rain predicted and thousands of… [Read More]
Cycling family give a ‘thumbs down’ to near-miss drivers – ITV News
West Country – ITV News) 15 August 2018 at 2:29pm Five-year-old cyclist Ruth Jones gives the thumbs down to a passing driver. Credit: Family A father, who’s cycling around Cornwall and Devon with his family, has called on the Chief Constable to do more to ensure their safety on the roads. Tom Jones has posted… [Read More]
Revived Keystone XL Pipeline Suffers a Major Setback in Court
Earther) Yessenia FunesThursday 12:20pm Having been struck down by former President Barack Obama and revived by President Donald Trump, the embattled Keystone XL pipeline just suffered a new setback in court that has opponents cheering. A federal court ruled late Wednesday night that the proposed 1,179-mile long crude oil pipeline needs a supplemental environmental impact… [Read More]
Survey of disabled cyclists, Wheels for Wellbeing
Wheels for Wellbeing) Take part Wheels for Wellbeing is delighted to announce the launch of its latest survey on the needs and experiences of disabled cyclists. Last year more than 200 disabled cyclists took part in our survey, which attracted plenty of media attention, and we are hoping that this year’s will be even bigger…. [Read More]
Cycling longer distances during pregnancy
cycling uk) By Victoria Hazael Tuesday, 14 August 2018 Laura Moss organises the Cycle Touring Festival with her husband Tim, and thoughout her pregnancy she was regularly cycling. Laura explains the benefits of cycling during pregnancy and how she’s been cycling longer distances while expecting a baby. Brisk walking, gentle yoga and swimming. When I… [Read More]
War on cars is alive and well in Chicago, with call for moratorium on expressway expansion ahead of 2050 regional plan
Active Transportation Alliance) CityLab) The war on cars is alive and well in Chicago, where advocates are calling for a moratorium on expressway expansion in advance of the city’s 2050 regional plan. Active Transportation Alliance, the advocacy group making the call to action, has a new report about car dependency in the region. As the… [Read More]
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