This page contains relevant transport research papers (other than Spokes research) which investigate issues in Edinburgh and/or the Lothians…
IMPORTANT PAPERS
0605 The Effect of Coloured Surfacing on Drivers’ Compliance with Cycle and Bus Lanes John McKeown, Napier University [pdf 393k]. Suggests that coloured surfacing greatly reduces motorist intrusion into bus or cycle lanes. Other research suggests similar, plus beneficial effects on casualities and on cyclist confidence [we haven't looked for the exact references - please pass them on if known!]
0809 Encouraging Bicycle Use in Residential Neighbourhoods: Insights from Edinburgh Dr Tim Ryley, Loughborough University [pdf 539k]. Data from 4 residential neighbourhoods moving out from the centre along west Edinburgh transport corridor. Suggests that bike storage problems for flat/tenement dwellers are a significant deterrent to city centre bike use.
OTHER RELEVANT LOCAL RESEARCH
0908 Assessment of the Sustainability of Edinburgh’s Transport Strategy Charlene Curran, MSc dissertation, Heriot-Watt University [pdf 822k]