Pop-up cycle lanes - Revision history

Editor at 11:46, 14 December 2021

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	* Setting up a national e-bike programme to accommodate cyclists who may require assistance.		* Setting up a national e-bike programme to accommodate cyclists who may require assistance.

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	* Are electric bikes the future?		* Are electric bikes the future?
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	* Road traffic management.		* Road traffic management.
	* Sustaining walking and cycling measures after COVID-19.		* Sustaining walking and cycling measures after COVID-19.
		+	* What should be in the second cycling and walking investment strategy?

	= External references =		= External references =

Editor at 17:13, 16 September 2021

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	* E-bike market projections to 2027.		* E-bike market projections to 2027.
	* Gearing up for active travel.		* Gearing up for active travel.
		+	* Micromobility.
	* Right of way.		* Right of way.
	* Road traffic management.		* Road traffic management.

Editor at 09:20, 2 June 2021

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	* Are electric bikes the future?		* Are electric bikes the future?
		+	* Bike Week.
	* Cycle path.		* Cycle path.
	* Cycle route.		* Cycle route.

Editor at 19:54, 19 March 2021

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	* Dedicated and safe cycle lanes.		* Dedicated and safe cycle lanes.
	* Designing for cycle traffic.		* Designing for cycle traffic.
		+	* E-bike market projections to 2027.
	* Gearing up for active travel.		* Gearing up for active travel.
	* Right of way.		* Right of way.

Editor at 12:49, 16 October 2020

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	* Right of way.		* Right of way.
	* Road traffic management.		* Road traffic management.
		+	* Sustaining walking and cycling measures after COVID-19.

	= External references =		= External references =

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	* Dedicated and safe cycle lanes.		* Dedicated and safe cycle lanes.
	* Designing for cycle traffic.		* Designing for cycle traffic.
		+	* Gearing up for active travel.
	* Right of way.		* Right of way.
	* Road traffic management.		* Road traffic management.
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	* [https://www.sustrans.org.uk/national-cycle-network/ National Cycle Network interactive map] of cycle routes on the Ordnance Survey website.		* [https://www.sustrans.org.uk/national-cycle-network/ National Cycle Network interactive map] of cycle routes on the Ordnance Survey website.

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Designing Buildings at 12:19, 18 August 2020

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Designing Buildings at 12:15, 18 August 2020

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	In May 2020, UK Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announced ~~the allocation of~~ £250m in emergency funds to be invested in infrastructure modifications that would support cyclists. This included the introduction of pop-up cycle lanes, wider pavements, safer junctions and bus-only corridors. In some instances, the pop-up cycle lanes would also be used as priority lanes for emergency vehicles.	+	In May 2020, UK Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announced £250m in emergency funds to be invested in infrastructure modifications that would support cyclists. This included the introduction of pop-up cycle lanes, wider pavements, safer junctions and bus-only corridors. In some instances, the pop-up cycle lanes would also be used as priority lanes for emergency vehicles.

−	The investment in this initiative has been incorporated into ~~the~~ £5 billion, five year funding package ~~already~~ allocated for the redevelopment of bus and cycle links for every region of the country outside of London. These ‘Mini-Holland’ schemes are intended to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists in town centres across the country.	+	The investment in this initiative has been incorporated into a £5 billion, five year funding package allocated for the redevelopment of bus and cycle links for every region of the country outside of London. These ‘Mini-Holland’ schemes are intended to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists in town centres across the country.

	Other regions around the world including Belgium, Budapest, Bogota, France, Germany, Italy, New Zealand and New York City have also introduced pop-up cycle lanes to address transportation, environment and COVID-19 transmission issues.		Other regions around the world including Belgium, Budapest, Bogota, France, Germany, Italy, New Zealand and New York City have also introduced pop-up cycle lanes to address transportation, environment and COVID-19 transmission issues.

Editor at 08:57, 28 July 2020

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	On 19 March 2020, the London Cycling Campaign released its Climate Safe Streets report. This report outlined the city's plans to improve access for cyclists by creating 'a high-quality cycling network' and reducing carbon emissions caused by traditional motorised vehicles.		On 19 March 2020, the London Cycling Campaign released its Climate Safe Streets report. This report outlined the city's plans to improve access for cyclists by creating 'a high-quality cycling network' and reducing carbon emissions caused by traditional motorised vehicles.
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		+	= Cycling to combat obesity initiative =
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		+	On 27 July 2020, the Government announced its plans to tackle obesity, which has been linked with complications that occur in people who contract COVID-19. Increases in physical activity, such as cycling and walking, have been part of the Government's strategy to encourage exercise by making it safer and easier to cycle and walk in areas where paths were previously non-existent or unsafe.
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		+	The initiative, which will cost £2bn, will include:
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		+	* Installing more cycle racks and storage hangars.
		+	* Appointing a new inspectorate to oversee cycling infrastructure.
		+	* Investing in long term cycling programmes.
		+	* Changing the Highway Code to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians.
		+	* Creating additional low traffic neighbourhoods and one zero-emission transport city centre.
		+	* Giving people access to bikes through GP prescriptions.
		+	* Setting up a national e-bike programme to accommodate cyclists who may require assistance.

	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =
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	= External references =		= External references =

		+	* Gov.[https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/UK UK], [https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/904088/cycle-infrastructure-design-ltn-1-20.pdf Cycle Infrastructure Design].
		+	* Gov.[https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/UK UK], [https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/904146/gear-change-a-bold-vision-for-cycling-and-walking.pdf Gear Change].
	* [https://consultations.tfl.gov.uk/general/streetspace/ London Streetspace Programme].		* [https://consultations.tfl.gov.uk/general/streetspace/ London Streetspace Programme].
	* [https://www.sustrans.org.uk/national-cycle-network/ National Cycle Network interactive map] of cycle routes on the Ordnance Survey website.		* [https://www.sustrans.org.uk/national-cycle-network/ National Cycle Network interactive map] of cycle routes on the Ordnance Survey website.

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Designing Buildings at 08:57, 9 July 2020

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	= Cycle path identification =		= Cycle path identification =

−	Pop-up cycle lanes are created by reclaiming space from automobiles on roads. This temporary measure is accomplished through the use of bollards, traffic cones or other devices to establish a safe lane ~~of travel~~ for cyclists.	+	Pop-up cycle lanes are created by reclaiming space from automobiles on roads. This temporary measure is accomplished through the use of bollards, traffic cones or other devices to establish a safe lane for cyclists.

	Both temporary and permanent cycle lanes are designated by markings to restrict motorised vehicles and inform cyclists and pedestrians. Cyclists are not required to use these lanes, although it is recommended.		Both temporary and permanent cycle lanes are designated by markings to restrict motorised vehicles and inform cyclists and pedestrians. Cyclists are not required to use these lanes, although it is recommended.
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	In greater Manchester, the goal is to establish 150 miles of protected cycle track. Transport for London (TfL) is planning a “bike Tube” as part of its Streetspace plans.		In greater Manchester, the goal is to establish 150 miles of protected cycle track. Transport for London (TfL) is planning a “bike Tube” as part of its Streetspace plans.

−	The temporary Streetspace initiative also ~~include~~:	+	The temporary Streetspace initiative also includes:

	* Widening pavements to support social distancing and increased pedestrian traffic.		* Widening pavements to support social distancing and increased pedestrian traffic.
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	Those Streetspace cycle paths deemed successful will be added to London’s Cycleways (formerly known as Cycle Superhighways and Quietways). This collection of cycle lanes is being developed to connect communities, businesses and destinations across London in one cycle network.		Those Streetspace cycle paths deemed successful will be added to London’s Cycleways (formerly known as Cycle Superhighways and Quietways). This collection of cycle lanes is being developed to connect communities, businesses and destinations across London in one cycle network.

−	On 19 March 2020, the London Cycling Campaign ~~released its~~ Climate Safe Streets report~~. This report outlined~~ the city's plans to improve access for cyclists by creating 'a high-quality cycling network' and reducing carbon emissions caused by traditional motorised vehicles.	+	On 19 March 2020, the London Cycling Campaign published the Climate Safe Streets report, outlining the city's plans to improve access for cyclists by creating 'a high-quality cycling network' and reducing carbon emissions caused by traditional motorised vehicles.

	= Cycling to combat obesity initiative =		= Cycling to combat obesity initiative =

−	On 27 July 2020, the Government announced ~~its~~ plans to tackle obesity, which has been linked with complications that occur in people who contract COVID-19. Increases in physical activity, such as cycling and walking, have been part of the Government's strategy to encourage exercise by making it safer and easier to cycle and walk in areas where paths were previously non-existent or unsafe.	+	On 27 July 2020, the Government announced plans to tackle obesity, which has been linked with complications that occur in people who contract COVID-19. Increases in physical activity, such as cycling and walking, have been part of the Government's strategy to encourage exercise by making it safer and easier to cycle and walk in areas where paths were previously non-existent or unsafe.

	The initiative, which will cost £2bn, will include:		The initiative, which will cost £2bn, will include:
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	* [https://www.sustrans.org.uk/national-cycle-network/ National Cycle Network interactive map] of cycle routes on the Ordnance Survey website.		* [https://www.sustrans.org.uk/national-cycle-network/ National Cycle Network interactive map] of cycle routes on the Ordnance Survey website.

−	[[Category:News]] [[Category:Health_and_safety_/_CDM]] [[Category:Regulations]] [[Category:Sustainability]] [[Category:Property_development]] [[Category:Public_procedures]]	+	[[Category:News]] [[Category:DCN_News]] [[Category:Health_and_safety_/_CDM]] [[Category:Regulations]] [[Category:DCN_Regulation]] [[Category:Sustainability]] [[Category:Property_development]] [[Category:Public_procedures]]

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	In May 2020, UK Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announced the allocation of £250m in emergency funds to be invested in infrastructure modifications that would support cyclists. This included the introduction of pop-up cycle lanes, wider pavements, safer junctions and bus-only corridors. In some instances, the pop-up cycle ~~paths~~ would also be used as priority lanes for emergency vehicles.	+	In May 2020, UK Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announced the allocation of £250m in emergency funds to be invested in infrastructure modifications that would support cyclists. This included the introduction of pop-up cycle lanes, wider pavements, safer junctions and bus-only corridors. In some instances, the pop-up cycle lanes would also be used as priority lanes for emergency vehicles.

−	The investment in this initiative has been incorporated into the £5 billion, five year funding package already allocated for the redevelopment of bus and cycle links for every region of the country outside of London. These ‘Mini-Holland’ schemes ~~intend~~ to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists in town centres across the country.	+	The investment in this initiative has been incorporated into the £5 billion, five year funding package already allocated for the redevelopment of bus and cycle links for every region of the country outside of London. These ‘Mini-Holland’ schemes are intended to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists in town centres across the country.

−	Other regions around the world ~~have introduced pop-up cycle paths to address transportation, environment and COVID-19 transmission issues. Some of these locations include:~~ Belgium, Budapest, Bogota, France, Germany, Italy, New Zealand and New York City.	+	Other regions around the world including Belgium, Budapest, Bogota, France, Germany, Italy, New Zealand and New York City have also introduced pop-up cycle lanes to address transportation, environment and COVID-19 transmission issues.

	= Cycle path identification =		= Cycle path identification =

−	Pop-up cycle lanes are created by reclaiming space ~~for~~ automobiles on roads ~~and setting it aside for cyclists~~. This temporary measure is accomplished through the use of bollards, traffic cones or other devices ~~that can~~ establish a safe ~~path~~ of travel for cyclists.	+	Pop-up cycle lanes are created by reclaiming space from automobiles on roads. This temporary measure is accomplished through the use of bollards, traffic cones or other devices to establish a safe lane of travel for cyclists.

−	Both temporary and permanent cycle ~~paths~~ are designated by markings to restrict motorised vehicles and inform cyclists and pedestrians. Cyclists are not required to use these ~~paths~~, although ~~use of the paths~~ is recommended.	+	Both temporary and permanent cycle lanes are designated by markings to restrict motorised vehicles and inform cyclists and pedestrians. Cyclists are not required to use these lanes, although it is recommended.

−	Unless pavements are marked as shared spaces for cyclists and pedestrians, they should not be used by cyclists. In ~~this instance~~, pedestrians have right of way and cyclists must yield to them.	+	Unless pavements are marked as shared spaces for cyclists and pedestrians, they should not be used by cyclists. In the case of shared spaces, pedestrians have right of way and cyclists must yield to them.

	= Rationale for pop-up paths =		= Rationale for pop-up paths =

−	The government is using the pop-up cycle lane initiative as a method ~~to encourage~~ cycling as a healthier form of commuting. The goal is to reduce ~~capacity on~~ public transport while simultaneously decreasing the number of cars on the road. Longer term benefits ~~of the movement will be to cut~~ pollution levels and ~~support~~ healthier behaviours ~~in those who are able to participate in the cycling and walking initiatives~~.	+	The government is using the pop-up cycle lane initiative as a method of encouraging cycling as a healthier form of commuting. The goal is to reduce demand for public transport while simultaneously decreasing the number of cars on the road. Longer term benefits include cutting pollution levels and supporting healthier behaviours.

−	The government is funding efforts throughout the country and is working with local authorities ~~to coordinate the move~~ to improve both urban settings and smaller neighbourhoods. This ~~effort~~ is ~~also~~ referred to as tactical urbanism, pop-up urbanism, DIY urbanism or guerilla urbanism, due to its ~~relative~~ low cost and temporary nature.	+	The government is funding efforts throughout the country and is working with local authorities to improve both urban settings and smaller neighbourhoods. This is sometimes referred to as tactical urbanism, pop-up urbanism, DIY urbanism or guerilla urbanism, due to its relatively low cost and temporary nature.

	In greater Manchester, the goal is to establish 150 miles of protected cycle track. Transport for London (TfL) is planning a “bike Tube” as part of its Streetspace plans.		In greater Manchester, the goal is to establish 150 miles of protected cycle track. Transport for London (TfL) is planning a “bike Tube” as part of its Streetspace plans.

−	The ~~Streetspace endeavour is a programme set up by TfL as part of the city’s COVID-19 recovery plan. In addition to pop-up cycle lanes,~~ temporary ~~projects~~ include:	+	The temporary Streetspace initiative also include:

	* Widening pavements to support social distancing and increased pedestrian traffic.		* Widening pavements to support social distancing and increased pedestrian traffic.
−	* ~~Creation of~~ low traffic corridors (cutting off side streets to through traffic) to accommodate foot and cycle traffic.	+	* Creating low traffic corridors (cutting off side streets to through traffic) to accommodate foot and cycle traffic.
−	* ~~Expansion of~~ the Santander Cycle ~~hiring~~ scheme.	+	* Expanding the Santander Cycle hire scheme.
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−	~~As of 1 July 2020, more than £24m has been awarded to boroughs across London for walking and cycling schemes~~.	+

	= London’s permanent cycling initiatives =		= London’s permanent cycling initiatives =
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	The temporary aspects of the Streetspace programme were announced on 6 May 2020. However, there is the possibility that some of the more beneficial improvements will become permanent. This will only take place after statutory consultations are held.		The temporary aspects of the Streetspace programme were announced on 6 May 2020. However, there is the possibility that some of the more beneficial improvements will become permanent. This will only take place after statutory consultations are held.

−	Those Streetspace cycle paths deemed successful will be added to London’s Cycleways (formerly known as Cycle Superhighways and Quietways). This collection of cycle lanes is being developed to connect communities, businesses and destinations across London in one cycle network~~. The goal of this initiative is to create 450 kilometres of Cycleways by 2024.~~	+	Those Streetspace cycle paths deemed successful will be added to London’s Cycleways (formerly known as Cycle Superhighways and Quietways). This collection of cycle lanes is being developed to connect communities, businesses and destinations across London in one cycle network.
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−	~~Three London boroughs, Enfield, Kingston and Waltham Forest, have been given additional funding to improve cycle access by 2021~~.	+

−	On 19 March 2020, the London Cycling Campaign released its Climate Safe Streets report. This report ~~outlines~~ the city's plans to improve access for cyclists by creating 'a high-quality cycling network' and reducing carbon emissions caused by traditional motorised vehicles.	+	On 19 March 2020, the London Cycling Campaign released its Climate Safe Streets report. This report outlined the city's plans to improve access for cyclists by creating 'a high-quality cycling network' and reducing carbon emissions caused by traditional motorised vehicles.

	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =