Dutch PM forms new government; rides his bike to the palace to tell the King

Mark Rutte shuns the armoured car in favour of two-wheeled transport, and even locks it up

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If you've ever watched coverage of a British general election, you'll be familiar with the helicopter shots of the prime minister travelling in a cavalcade of armoured cars to inform the Queen that they can form a new government.

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Henry Robertshaw

Henry Robertshaw began his time at Cycling Weekly working with the tech team, writing reviews, buying guides and appearing in videos advising on how to dress for the seasons. He later moved over to the news team, where his work focused on the professional peloton as well as legislation and provision for cycling. He's since moved his career in a new direction, with a role at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

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