Campaigning News

British Cycling and Cycling UK call for end to hostility towards cyclists

Our Chief Executive, Julie Harrington, has today joined the Chief Executive of Cycling UK to publish an open letter calling for an end to hostility towards cyclists.

Published on: 01/05/2020

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British Cycling has developed HSBC UK Let's Ride Local to further support families riding during the lockdown

British Cycling has today unveiled a new microsite – HSBC UK Let’s Ride Local – to provide support, encouragement and activity ideas for families cycling during the lockdown.

Published on: 29/04/2020

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Cycling helps: Banbury Star CC

Today we’re sharing a blog from Paul Dean, President of Banbury Star Cyclists’ Club, who have set up their own prescription delivery service in Oxfordshire.

Published on: 23/04/2020

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£100k donated to Wheels for Heroes campaign from Yorkshire 2019 legacy fund

The donation has been made from the £15 million Places to Ride investment fund, which was created by Government to deliver a tangible legacy from the 2019 UCI Road World Championships in Yorkshire.

Published on: 15/04/2020

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British Cycling asks Health Secretary to recommend cycling as part of Government advice

British Cycling Chief Executive, Julie Harrington, has today written to Health Secretary Matt Hancock to encourage the Government to add cycling to its recommended activities during the current coronavirus outbreak.

Published on: 19/03/2020

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British Cycling applauds Ministry of Justice decision on Civil Liability Act

British Cycling has today applauded the Ministry of Justice’s decision to exclude vulnerable road users from proposed changes to the law that will limit the ability to recover compensation following injury in a road traffic accident.

Published on: 11/03/2020

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British Cycling hosts Playing Out ‘Essential Street Play Training Day’

Yesterday we were delighted to host Playing Out’s ‘Essential Street Play Training Day’ for local authorities at the HSBC UK National Cycling Centre.

Published on: 27/02/2020

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Cycling and insurance: FAQs

Over the last few days you may have read about the high-profile case of a cyclist who has settled a case for £30,000 following a collision with a pedestrian who stepped out into the road. As a result, we’ve pulled together a few of your FAQs.

Published on: 25/02/2020

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