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E-Bike Compliance and Safety

E-bikes have transformed cycling opportunities in recent years. Cycling becomes more realistic and attractive for anyone who finds riding a push bike difficult. Cargo bikes carrying children or heavy/bulky loads are also far easier to use if they have a battery and motor, and this has enabled these cycling purposes to flourish.

Toucans closed on major bike routes

The toucan crossing of Marchmont Road on the Bruntsfield to Meadows arterial bike route has been closed, to allow cars unfettered passage through nearby roadworks. This follows a not dissimilar example at the Buccleuch Street crossing at the east of the Meadows. Forcing cyclists and pedestrians to take their chances with traffic at […]

Tram Consultation – next steps

The Council has published the results of its 2025 consultation on a north-south tramline between Granton and South Edinburgh. A proposed business case (presumably with the next iteration of plans) is to be published this autumn, for councillor decisions at the 10 September Transport and Environment Committee (TEC).

However, rather to our […]

Princes Street – update

A major council workshop of some 100 councillors, officers, experts and community representatives (including Spokes) to discuss the future of Princes Street and the Waverley Valley was held on 8 June. Specifically on Princes Street, the discussion boiled down to two alternatives: the officers’ preferred “Ambitious Pragmatism” solution which comprises footway repaving and […]

… like Amsterdam

“Why can’t we do it like Amsterdam” is the opening line of an inspirational new song and video by Edinburgh musician and cycling activist Dan Abrahams, supported by Spokes. The catchy song, which risks becoming your next earworm, continues.. “when I ride, I’m free ..”

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