Latest articles by Laura Laker
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Segregated cycle lanes using planters and armadillos could spread across Britain
Plant pots and 'armadillos' separate cyclists from other traffic, with first such lane officially opened in Camden, London
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Over 20,000 sign petition as pressure mounts on Boris Johnson to improve cycle safety in London
In less than 48 hours, 20,000 sign online 'Save our Cyclists' petition in wake of five London cyclist fatalities in nine days
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'Media are scaring people off cycling' says London cycling commissioner
London's cycling commissioner, Andrew Gilligan, says people's perceptions of the danger of cycling are being heightened by adverse coverage
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New app crowd sources information for cyclists
Cycle Hackney app allows users to report potholes and report problem areas for cyclists, as well as sharing photos
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Survey reveals that 1.5 million drivers have never had an eye test
Eye tests should be compulsory for all drivers, says road safety charity
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New Cycle Superhighways unveiled for London
New route includes 18-mile cycle route running East-West through the capital city
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Chris Boardman calls for clear national vision in cycling
Chris Boardman gives evidence to All Party Parliamentary Cycling Group, saying more needs to be done to encourage cycling
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Bath cycle ride: Going underground
Laura Laker travels to Bath for a ride along the banks of the River Avon and local canals, taking in the UK’s longest cycling and walking tunnel
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Big interview: Professor Phil Goodwin
Cycling Weekly talks to the man begins the get Britain Cycling report
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London has record numbers of cyclists on roads during summer
20 per cent increase in cyclists in London compared to last year during four week period in July and August
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Johnson's London Cycle Network dream
Laura Laker finds out if Boris Johnson's London Cycle Network dream really works in the real world...
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Northern Ireland cycling plan welcomed by campaigners - though it will need money
Strategy for cycling in Northern Ireland seeks to build, support and promote cycling, but funding and targets must be laid out
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Third of Manchester streets given 20mph speed limit in bid to get more cycling
Local support for safer streets for cyclists and pedestrians leads to widespread introduction of 20mph speed limits in Manchester
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Bristol's latest cycle cafe: Roll for the Soul
Laura Laker visits Bristol's latest cycle cafe, Roll for the Soul, which was inspired by the local bike festival and bike project.
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2,500 police officers deployed in London for road safety
Metropolitan Police assign 2500 officers to London streets after recent spate of deaths on the capital's roads
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What should TFL do about Cycle Superhighway 2
Solutions needed after coroner's report heavily criticises the cycling facility
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Department for Transport aims to "double cycling by 2025"
The Department for Transport announces its intention to try and double the number of people cycling by 2025, ahead of a Parliamentary debate on the matter
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David Cameron announces major cycling investment
Eight cities to share £77 million; Government commitment to cycle-proof roads
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MPs from all parties support action to Get Britain Cycling
100 MPs from all political parties take part in Commons debate on the motion to improve conditions for cyclists on Britain's roads. But what will happen now?
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Concerns raised over Edinburgh cycle route
Campaigners are concered about the new cycle way in Edinburgh, due to open in September, suggesting that better route options are available
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Head cams are about protection, not vigilantism
The Telegraph's Andrew Crithclow alleged this week that cyclists with head cams "are doing more harm than good." But does anyone really believe that?
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ASA overturns ruling on 'no helmet' Cycling Scotland advert
Advertising Standards Agency now says that 'See Cyclist, Think Horse' advert was not socially irresponsible for showing a cyclist without a helmet
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Interview: Bristol's Mayor George Ferguson
Forward thinking Mayor of Bristol George Ferguson talks leading the way in cycle friendly cities
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Work starts on radical new cycle-friendly roundabout in London
Junction featuring segregated lanes for cycles and cars will be first of its kind in Britain's capital city
