Man on road

THE revised edition of the Highway Code is to be amended to make it clear it is not compulsory for cyclists to use cycle lanes.

?We?re delighted that the Minister has decided to make these changes to the Highway Code; it now makes clear that cyclists have every right to be on the road,? said Richard George, CTC campaigner.

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Keith Bingham joined the Cycling Weekly team in the summer of 1971, and retired in 2011. During his time, he covered numerous Tours de France, Milk Races and everything in-between. He was well known for his long-running 'Bikewatch' column, and played a pivotal role in fighting for the future of once at-threat cycling venues such as Hog Hill and Herne Hill Velodrome.