Tag Archives: Cycling UK

Cycling UK has opened nominations for its prestigious 100 Women in Cycling 2024 awards. Now in its eighth consecutive year, this initiative celebrates the contributions of women shaping the future of cycling across the nation through empowering others. From urban streets to remote trails, these women are making cycling more …

People across England are missing out on a slew of health, wellbeing and environmental benefits due to half a century of “chronic underfunding” of its streets, says charity Cycling UK. The comments come following the release of a new report by the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR), supported by …

Ortlieb, the waterproof equipment brand, and the UK’s national cycling charity, Cycling UK, has announced a strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing the cycling experience for enthusiasts around the UK. This partnership combines Ortlieb’s reputation for producing durable outdoor equipment with Cycling UK’s commitment to promoting and protecting the rights of …

More must be done to ensure funding to fix potholes does not ignore people cycling, says Cycling UK, following the government’s announcement of an £8.3 billion fund to repair England’s roads. In the past seven years, at least 255 people have been killed or seriously injured while cycling due to …

Some of the most exceptional women in cycling have been revealed today (Thursday, November 23, 2023) by Cycling UK through its annual 100 Women in Cycling list. Each year, the UK’s cycling charity recognises women from all corners of the cycling world who have had a positive impact by inspiring …

Police Scotland’s inaction has left Scotland’s roads less safe following their decision to drop plans for a new road safety tool allowing the public to submit video evidence of road crimes, according to Cycling UK. The National Dashcam Safety Portal (NDSP) would provide an online portal where members of the …

Thousands more people will start cycling, or be given support to cycle more, thanks to a new £4 million funding boost for Cycling UK’s Big Bike Revival programme. Big Bike Revival provides funding for events designed to increase cycling skills and confidence in people who don’t cycle at all or …

Cycling UK’s chief executive is calling on the UK Government to take a “holistic” approach to travel, following plans to back drivers, announced by Transport Secretary, Mark Harper. In a statement issued on Monday, October 2, Sarah Mitchell, Cycling UK chief executive, said: “When Beeching took an axe to local …

Cycling UK is calling on decision-makers in Northern Ireland to realise the benefits that more cycling can have for business. As the All Party Cycling Group (APG) sets the terms of its inquiry into how Northern Ireland can become more cycle friendly today, Wednesday, August 16, the UK cycling charity …

The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) has reversed its decision to scrap funding for a scheme that encourages active travel for school age pupils in Northern Ireland. Previous DfI proposals meant that when schools returned in September, the Sustrans led Active School Travel (AST) programme, which helps pupils develop the skills …