Life On A Trike
When we moved to Reading in 2018 one of the first things we bought was a cargo bike. Being a second–generation non-driver and life-long cyclist, I had been thinking of […]
Continue ReadingNarrow Cycle Lanes
The width of cycle lanes (on carriageways) is often a matter of criticism and debate. We probably all agree that the wider a cycle lane the better, and that 1.5m […]
Continue ReadingA Better Code for Cyclists?
The Department for Transport ran a consultation from August to October this year seeking views on proposed changes to The Highway Code to improve safety for vulnerable road users, particularly […]
Continue ReadingReading’s Draft Transport Strategy 2036
Our response to the consultation on Reading’s Draft Transport Strategy is here. The draft strategy is a step change from its predecessors as it proposes demand management (charging). We are […]
Continue ReadingSay ‘no’ to anti-cycle measures in Caversham
We are asking Reading Borough Council not to make cycling more difficult in Caversham. The Council is planning to introduce one-way roads as a measure to help walking and cycling […]
Continue ReadingLocal Cycle and Walking Infrastructure Plan
The Draft Reading Transport Strategy 2036 is out for consultation, see https://consult.reading.gov.uk. The consultation on the Reading Transport Strategy includes the Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan and the details […]
Continue ReadingLast letter from Adrian Lawson
It comes as a bit of a surprise to be writing as the former Campaign Chair. I joined the campaign in 2007, and Ros Furley the ‘acting’ Chair at the […]
Continue ReadingInterview with Cllr Adele Barnett-Ward
We are delighted to have the opportunity to interview Cllr Adele Barnett-Ward, Caversham Ward, Lead Member for Neighbourhoods and Communities. RCC: What are your dreams and visions for cycling in […]
Continue ReadingWhy Electric Bikes Are The Answer
The way we move around in a Covid-19 world is going to change. For a time, public transport may not be as viable for large numbers of people. If this […]
Continue ReadingJune 2020 Newsletter
The June 2020 RCC newsletter pdf is now downloadable from the Newsletters page, or you can click on each article to read them separately. In this issue we talk about: […]
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