Monthly Archives: March 2021

The hypocrisy of consultation

Posted on March 25, 2021 by MrHappyCyclist

The requirement to consult One of the problems that the DfT identified, regarding the Emergency Active Travel Fund measures first announced by Grant Shapps in May of last year, has been a perceived “lack of consultation”, partly as a result … Continue reading →

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Myth: “Can’t do anything here, it’s a 40mph road!”

Posted on March 15, 2021 by MrHappyCyclist

This, which can be found referring to any speed limit, not just 40mph, was actually said by a councillor recently in an attempt to oppose a cycle lane on a wide main road. As far as I know, there is … Continue reading →

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New Low Traffic Neighbourhoods – levelling inequalities

Posted on March 2, 2021 by MrHappyCyclist

An article published today in the Guardian, written by Antonio Voce and Peter Walker, reports on a study carried out by Rachel Aldred and her team showing, contrary to the claims of many opponents, that low traffic neighbourhoods (a.k.a. LTNs, … Continue reading →

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