Three of the top 10 entries in our Shopping by Bike competition, including the first prizewinner, took their inspiration from the Netherlands… Continue reading Shopping the Dutch way wins our competition
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At the August 30 Edinburgh Council Transport Committee every political party supported the Council’s planned East-West City Centre cycleroute – but a decision between options A and B at the controversial Roseburn section was deferred and delegated… Continue reading East-West Central Edinburgh Cycle Route: yes and maybe Edinburgh’s economy, business, employees and the population at large are all increasingly benefiting from cycling – and the opportunities are growing… Continue reading Public meeting: Benefiting Business through Cycling Stop Press: Ride the Route – Monday 29 August – meet 7.45, Charlotte Square The 30 August meeting of the Council’s Transport and Environment Committee will decide on the plans for an East-West cycle route from Roseburn to Leith Walk across Edinburgh city centre, and we urge supporters to contact their councillors now… Continue reading East-West Central Edinburgh Cycle Route: Decision Time Update 16.11.16: another holding reply from Scot Govt [this one to Alison Johnstone MSP] despite this being “accelerated funding” and needing “early action” Spokes has written to First Minister Nicola Sturgeon pointing out that cycling infrastructure would be a highly effective use for some of her promised £100m support for the economy following the Brexit vote… Continue reading Quick chance for Brexit cash? The Fringe started early for cyclists this year, with an obstacle course for those using George Street. Continue reading George Street : cycling in the Festival If you love nipping down to the corner shop by bike, or if you’ve transported your new bed by cargo bike, or if you use your trailer as a supermarket shopping trolley – as long as it’s Shopping by Bike – send us your experiences, ideas or handy hints – and you could win a great prize plus some modest fame. Continue reading Competition: ‘Shopping by Bike’
The long-awaited 10th edition Spokes Edinburgh Cycling and Walking map is here…
Over 100 people came along to our public meeting on cycling and health, with expert speakers on the huge physical activity benefits, the dangers of air pollution and road crashes, and how politics can help maximise the benefits and reduce the downsides. Continue reading Cycling & Health : meeting report Despite a damp June 15, there was a great turnout and lots of appreciative comment at our 2016 Spokes Bike Breakfast… Continue reading Bike Breakfast 2016 #SpokesBB |
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