Latest articles by Laura Laker
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MPs from all parties support action to Get Britain Cycling100 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 routeCampaigners 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 vigilantismThe 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 advertAdvertising 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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Consortium propose floating cycle superhighway for the ThamesThe floating bike path would provide a solution to pollution and traffic problems in the capital say consortium
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Segregated cycle lanes using planters and armadillos could spread across BritainPlant 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 LondonIn 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 commissionerLondon'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 cyclistsCycle 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 testEye tests should be compulsory for all drivers, says road safety charity
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New Cycle Superhighways unveiled for LondonNew 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 cyclingChris 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 undergroundLaura 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 GoodwinCycling Weekly talks to the man begins the get Britain Cycling report
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London has record numbers of cyclists on roads during summer20 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 dreamLaura 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 moneyStrategy 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 cyclingLocal 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 SoulLaura 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 safetyMetropolitan 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 2Solutions 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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Interview: Bristol's Mayor George FergusonForward 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 LondonJunction featuring segregated lanes for cycles and cars will be first of its kind in Britain's capital city
