Bike Mayor Beth
@bethcycle.bsky.social
BYCS Bike Mayor for Torbay! Tree lover, owned by a PAT Dog, ex-RAF Nurse Practitioner. Disabled cyclist working to make sustainable transport safe and accessible for all. https://safesustainabletraveltorbay.co.uk
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Street trees do so much more than provide green space. They visually narrow the road, calm traffic, and turn an uneasy asphalt runway into a welcoming, human-scaled street. It's a small investment that will pay huge dividends for a city that cares about its residents and future.
Before (2019) / After (2024) Rue Harpignies in the 20th arrondissement of Paris. About fifteen trees were planted in 2023 on former car parking spots.
May 29, 2026 at 1:19 AM
Street trees do so much more than provide green space. They visually narrow the road, calm traffic, and turn an uneasy asphalt runway into a welcoming, human-scaled street. It's a small investment that will pay huge dividends for a city that cares about its residents and future.
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Baby's first cargo bike ride! 🎉
March 25, 2026 at 7:36 PM
Baby's first cargo bike ride! 🎉
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Bicycles deliver freedom and joy.
E-bikes deliver freedom and joy to even more people.
E-bikes deliver freedom and joy to even more people.
“When I got home, I sat on the floor, wearing my helmet, and sobbed until I was hoarse with the overwhelm of my joy. I’d just ridden a bike for an hour! A bike! For an hour!”
The “greatest feeling in the world” after Long COVID. E-bikes and accessibility, via @heatherhogan.bsky.social. #UrbanTruth
The “greatest feeling in the world” after Long COVID. E-bikes and accessibility, via @heatherhogan.bsky.social. #UrbanTruth
The Greatest Feeling in the World
Seven months with an electric bike.
theheatherhogan.substack.com
March 11, 2026 at 9:25 PM
Bicycles deliver freedom and joy.
E-bikes deliver freedom and joy to even more people.
E-bikes deliver freedom and joy to even more people.
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Thank you to all of the brilliant marshals today who made this #KidicalMassLond happen, and @ibikelondon.bsky.social, @solveschoolrun.bsky.social, @zeroemissions.bsky.social, @sarahwoodberrydown.bsky.social @carolinewoodley.bsky.social
LCC Women’s network, bike busses, and ALL OF THE KIDS!!! 🎉 🚲 🚲
LCC Women’s network, bike busses, and ALL OF THE KIDS!!! 🎉 🚲 🚲
March 15, 2026 at 4:29 PM
Thank you to all of the brilliant marshals today who made this #KidicalMassLond happen, and @ibikelondon.bsky.social, @solveschoolrun.bsky.social, @zeroemissions.bsky.social, @sarahwoodberrydown.bsky.social @carolinewoodley.bsky.social
LCC Women’s network, bike busses, and ALL OF THE KIDS!!! 🎉 🚲 🚲
LCC Women’s network, bike busses, and ALL OF THE KIDS!!! 🎉 🚲 🚲
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This is incredible. UK emissions fell 2.4% in 2025 as coal fell to a 400-year low. Incredibly, we used less coal last year than than in 1600, when Queen Elizabeth I was on the throne and Shakespeare was writing Hamlet
www.carbonbrief.org/analysis-uk-...
www.carbonbrief.org/analysis-uk-...
March 5, 2026 at 8:33 PM
This is incredible. UK emissions fell 2.4% in 2025 as coal fell to a 400-year low. Incredibly, we used less coal last year than than in 1600, when Queen Elizabeth I was on the throne and Shakespeare was writing Hamlet
www.carbonbrief.org/analysis-uk-...
www.carbonbrief.org/analysis-uk-...
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Truth in advertising.
February 17, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Truth in advertising.
February 9, 2026 at 7:58 PM
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"Cars don't shop, people do." As originally coined by Janette Sadiq-Khan, Transport Commissioner of New York
February 8, 2026 at 2:41 PM
"Cars don't shop, people do." As originally coined by Janette Sadiq-Khan, Transport Commissioner of New York
We have got to stop making this worse…pronto!!
4/ The UK has seen a dramatic increase in rainfall intensity - in line with the predictions of climate scientists.
The hotter the atmosphere gets the more water it can hold; so the more that can fall out!
This will just get worse until we stop burning fossil fuels!
The hotter the atmosphere gets the more water it can hold; so the more that can fall out!
This will just get worse until we stop burning fossil fuels!
January 31, 2026 at 2:56 PM
We have got to stop making this worse…pronto!!
Obstructive Parking forces Bus Rerouting…
Buses are being re-routed from two residential streets in St.Marychurch. The press have reported it like this: But we see it a different way... The electric buses may be slightly bigger (we haven't been able to get a straight answer on that). What has…
Buses are being re-routed from two residential streets in St.Marychurch. The press have reported it like this: But we see it a different way... The electric buses may be slightly bigger (we haven't been able to get a straight answer on that). What has…
Obstructive Parking forces Bus Rerouting…
Buses are being re-routed from two residential streets in St.Marychurch. The press have reported it like this: But we see it a different way... The electric buses may be slightly bigger (we haven't been able to get a straight answer on that). What has changed is not the street; however, this change has been used as an opportunity to move the buses away from where people live.
safesustainabletraveltorbay.co.uk
January 28, 2026 at 7:51 AM
Obstructive Parking forces Bus Rerouting…
Buses are being re-routed from two residential streets in St.Marychurch. The press have reported it like this: But we see it a different way... The electric buses may be slightly bigger (we haven't been able to get a straight answer on that). What has…
Buses are being re-routed from two residential streets in St.Marychurch. The press have reported it like this: But we see it a different way... The electric buses may be slightly bigger (we haven't been able to get a straight answer on that). What has…
So sad to have to restart this blog already. In 2025 6 people were killed on the roads of Torbay, all of them vulnerable road users (travelling on foot, by cycle or motorcycle). We believe that a safe systems approach could eliminate road deaths and reduce injuries.
Road Deaths in Torbay to date 2026: 1
As in 2026, we will keep a list of those people killed on Torbay's Roads this year. This page maintains a record of fatal road traffic collisions that have occurred within the local authority of Torbay in 2026, as reported by official or local media sources. Each entry links to the original report wherever possible. We acknowledge that behind every statistic is a life lost, a family changed forever, and a community affected…
safesustainabletraveltorbay.co.uk
January 22, 2026 at 10:06 AM
So sad to have to restart this blog already. In 2025 6 people were killed on the roads of Torbay, all of them vulnerable road users (travelling on foot, by cycle or motorcycle). We believe that a safe systems approach could eliminate road deaths and reduce injuries.
Such great news! Let the paint flow!
Holy moly - Welsh Government have approved side-road zebras! www.gov.wales/written-stat...
Written Statement: Side Road Zebra Crossings in Wales | GOV.WALES
Ken Skates, Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales
www.gov.wales
November 26, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Such great news! Let the paint flow!
How to enjoy the Bay of Lights this year!
“Pay for an hour, stay for the day.” Torbay Council originally pitched this as something that would help everyone “enjoy all that Torquay, Paignton and Brixham town centres have to offer.”I am really pleased to see that wording quietly updated, because the…
“Pay for an hour, stay for the day.” Torbay Council originally pitched this as something that would help everyone “enjoy all that Torquay, Paignton and Brixham town centres have to offer.”I am really pleased to see that wording quietly updated, because the…
How to enjoy the Bay of Lights this year!
“Pay for an hour, stay for the day.” Torbay Council originally pitched this as something that would help everyone “enjoy all that Torquay, Paignton and Brixham town centres have to offer.”I am really pleased to see that wording quietly updated, because the truth is simple: not everyone has access to a car, and not everyone wants to drive into the town centre.
safesustainabletraveltorbay.co.uk
November 26, 2025 at 2:28 PM
How to enjoy the Bay of Lights this year!
“Pay for an hour, stay for the day.” Torbay Council originally pitched this as something that would help everyone “enjoy all that Torquay, Paignton and Brixham town centres have to offer.”I am really pleased to see that wording quietly updated, because the…
“Pay for an hour, stay for the day.” Torbay Council originally pitched this as something that would help everyone “enjoy all that Torquay, Paignton and Brixham town centres have to offer.”I am really pleased to see that wording quietly updated, because the…
Thrilled to share some big news!
Safe, Sustainable Travel Torbay is now officially a registered charity.
We’re absolutely buzzing about what this means for our work in Torbay, and we can’t wait to push forward with even more projects that make our streets safer, healthier and happier.
Safe, Sustainable Travel Torbay is now officially a registered charity.
We’re absolutely buzzing about what this means for our work in Torbay, and we can’t wait to push forward with even more projects that make our streets safer, healthier and happier.
November 24, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Thrilled to share some big news!
Safe, Sustainable Travel Torbay is now officially a registered charity.
We’re absolutely buzzing about what this means for our work in Torbay, and we can’t wait to push forward with even more projects that make our streets safer, healthier and happier.
Safe, Sustainable Travel Torbay is now officially a registered charity.
We’re absolutely buzzing about what this means for our work in Torbay, and we can’t wait to push forward with even more projects that make our streets safer, healthier and happier.
Excited to announce our next mass ride! Join us for a family friendly, festive frolic around the Christmas Illuminations in Torquay! Meet at Cantina (Abbey Park) register at sstt.eventbrite.co.uk
November 6, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Excited to announce our next mass ride! Join us for a family friendly, festive frolic around the Christmas Illuminations in Torquay! Meet at Cantina (Abbey Park) register at sstt.eventbrite.co.uk
Glow ride tonight! Join us to light up the streets!
October 24, 2025 at 5:36 AM
Glow ride tonight! Join us to light up the streets!
Excited about Friday’s @cyclinguk.bsky.social #GlowRide sign up via Eventbrite for a free set of twinkly lights! Let’s light up the night together and celebrate #myrideourright to safer cycling for all!! www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/safe-susta...
October 19, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Excited about Friday’s @cyclinguk.bsky.social #GlowRide sign up via Eventbrite for a free set of twinkly lights! Let’s light up the night together and celebrate #myrideourright to safer cycling for all!! www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/safe-susta...
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New study from Melbourne finds reducing residential speed limits from 50km/h to 30 km/h on local roads would protect cyclists from danger, make riding less stressful and get more people cycling while not causing traffic delays for cars.
Switching 50km/h speed limits to 30km/h would protect cyclists while barely affecting commutes, research finds
One expert says a cyclist hit by a car travelling 50km/h has about a one-in-ten chance of surviving, while at 30km/h it was a nine-in-ten chance
www.theguardian.com
October 14, 2025 at 7:14 PM
New study from Melbourne finds reducing residential speed limits from 50km/h to 30 km/h on local roads would protect cyclists from danger, make riding less stressful and get more people cycling while not causing traffic delays for cars.
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BBC News - Most residents support 20mph zones, report says
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Cornwall 20mph zones supported by most residents, report says
A report says all but one area in Cornwall is in favour of the lower speed limit zones.
www.bbc.com
October 10, 2025 at 9:13 AM
BBC News - Most residents support 20mph zones, report says
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Road Deaths in Torbay 2025 to date: 6
This page maintains a record of fatal road traffic collisions that have occurred within the local authority of Torbay in 2025, as reported by official or local media sources. Each entry links to the original report wherever possible. We acknowledge that behind…
This page maintains a record of fatal road traffic collisions that have occurred within the local authority of Torbay in 2025, as reported by official or local media sources. Each entry links to the original report wherever possible. We acknowledge that behind…
Road Deaths in Torbay 2025 to date: 6
This page maintains a record of fatal road traffic collisions that have occurred within the local authority of Torbay in 2025, as reported by official or local media sources. Each entry links to the original report wherever possible. We acknowledge that behind every statistic is a life lost, a family changed forever, and a community affected. Our deepest sympathies go to the loved ones of those who have died on Torbay’s roads.
safesustainabletraveltorbay.co.uk
October 6, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Road Deaths in Torbay 2025 to date: 6
This page maintains a record of fatal road traffic collisions that have occurred within the local authority of Torbay in 2025, as reported by official or local media sources. Each entry links to the original report wherever possible. We acknowledge that behind…
This page maintains a record of fatal road traffic collisions that have occurred within the local authority of Torbay in 2025, as reported by official or local media sources. Each entry links to the original report wherever possible. We acknowledge that behind…
Join us for our Glow Ride! Sign up via eventbrite now to claim your free fairy lights for the ride! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/light-up-t...
October 2, 2025 at 5:21 AM
Join us for our Glow Ride! Sign up via eventbrite now to claim your free fairy lights for the ride! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/light-up-t...
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It’s just possible that the Labour voices who urged Khan to ditch Ulez expansion after the Uxbridge by-election were not, after all, strategic geniuses.
184 years earlier than predicted, London has met the legal limits for toxic NO2 for the first time.
This historic milestone proves that bold action like expanding ULEZ works, protecting children’s health and giving millions cleaner air to breathe.
This historic milestone proves that bold action like expanding ULEZ works, protecting children’s health and giving millions cleaner air to breathe.
London Ulez reduced nitrogen dioxide to legal limit, mayor says
The mayor of London says the fall in airborne toxins is due to the Ultra low emission zone expansion.
www.bbc.co.uk
October 1, 2025 at 2:57 PM
It’s just possible that the Labour voices who urged Khan to ditch Ulez expansion after the Uxbridge by-election were not, after all, strategic geniuses.
Something exciting in October…sign up now to receive set of fairy lights on the night!
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/light-up-t...
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/light-up-t...
October 1, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Something exciting in October…sign up now to receive set of fairy lights on the night!
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/light-up-t...
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/light-up-t...
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Kids reclaimed the streets of Oxford in Kidical Mass, a family bike ride, around the city centre earlier today. Our special report and photo gallery 👇
oxfordclarion.uk/kids-claim-t...
oxfordclarion.uk/kids-claim-t...
Kids claim the streets of Oxford
The latest Kidical Mass family bike ride attracted a record turnout, according to organisers Cyclox. More than 200 cyclists of all ages converged in Oxford ringing bells as they circled the city centr...
oxfordclarion.uk
September 21, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Kids reclaimed the streets of Oxford in Kidical Mass, a family bike ride, around the city centre earlier today. Our special report and photo gallery 👇
oxfordclarion.uk/kids-claim-t...
oxfordclarion.uk/kids-claim-t...
We believe in safer, fairer, healthier streets for Torbay. Walking, cycling, wheeling & public transport bring stronger communities. Follow us & be a part of creating a Bay where travel works for everyone.
September 20, 2025 at 3:08 PM
We believe in safer, fairer, healthier streets for Torbay. Walking, cycling, wheeling & public transport bring stronger communities. Follow us & be a part of creating a Bay where travel works for everyone.