London Cycling

"Cycling is the fastest, most healthy and environmentally friendly way to get around London, and more and more people are taking it up."  Ken Livingstone, ex-Mayor of London  (new mayor*, new cycling policies? see 'London Cycling News below) 

  

Average traffic speeds in Central London are decreasing each year as a result of more and more congestion: the average is currently around 11MPH (17kph) - roughly the same as it was a hundred years ago.  So use a bike to get about, and be part of the solution, rather than part of the problem!

Photo: Charlotte Rushton/Sustrans

* London's new mayor (from May 2008) Boris Johnson is keen on cycling, and we were hoping his administration would continue the progress made while Ken was mayor.   Not convinced so far, though (see London Cycling News)

 

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