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We're collaborating with our clients and partners to deliver better streets and places across the UK.
Do take a look at what we're up to on our website.
cityinfinity.co.uk
We're collaborating with our clients and partners to deliver better streets and places across the UK.
Do take a look at what we're up to on our website.
cityinfinity.co.uk
No, it's a new tool in the box where both roads are 20mph, but up to the local authorities to install where they see fit otherwise.
February 11, 2026 at 1:31 PM
No, it's a new tool in the box where both roads are 20mph, but up to the local authorities to install where they see fit otherwise.
If you think the paint is a faff, wait until the tactile paving!
February 11, 2026 at 1:30 PM
If you think the paint is a faff, wait until the tactile paving!
The sketch is probably about right, but always happy for other views, although the Welsh Government is surely putting out some guidance including for the tactiles, but as the minimum crossing width remains 2.4m, the tactiles will need to be this wide too.
February 11, 2026 at 9:23 AM
The sketch is probably about right, but always happy for other views, although the Welsh Government is surely putting out some guidance including for the tactiles, but as the minimum crossing width remains 2.4m, the tactiles will need to be this wide too.
Now, there are two "limits of the crossing" (the stripes) and it isn't clear if that relates to the stripes edge closest to the second give way line or the edge furthest.
It makes more sense to be the edge closest to the give way line because if not, that will prevent quite a few configurations.
It makes more sense to be the edge closest to the give way line because if not, that will prevent quite a few configurations.
February 11, 2026 at 9:23 AM
Now, there are two "limits of the crossing" (the stripes) and it isn't clear if that relates to the stripes edge closest to the second give way line or the edge furthest.
It makes more sense to be the edge closest to the give way line because if not, that will prevent quite a few configurations.
It makes more sense to be the edge closest to the give way line because if not, that will prevent quite a few configurations.
They are 1.1m to 3m on conventional zebras, but the 1.1m minimum has been varied down to 300mm.
The 5m from the second broken give way line (dia.1003A) or stop line relates to the a distance of no more than the 5m from the limits of the crossing (the edges of the stripes)
The 5m from the second broken give way line (dia.1003A) or stop line relates to the a distance of no more than the 5m from the limits of the crossing (the edges of the stripes)
February 11, 2026 at 9:23 AM
They are 1.1m to 3m on conventional zebras, but the 1.1m minimum has been varied down to 300mm.
The 5m from the second broken give way line (dia.1003A) or stop line relates to the a distance of no more than the 5m from the limits of the crossing (the edges of the stripes)
The 5m from the second broken give way line (dia.1003A) or stop line relates to the a distance of no more than the 5m from the limits of the crossing (the edges of the stripes)
Actually, on closer reading (yes, @rantyhighwayman.bsky.social's work feed!) the layout is probably more like this.
Strip width is not modified, so 2.4m to 10m as now.
It is the give way lines for the crossing (dia.1001.5) which have been modified in their distance from the stripes.
Strip width is not modified, so 2.4m to 10m as now.
It is the give way lines for the crossing (dia.1001.5) which have been modified in their distance from the stripes.
February 11, 2026 at 9:23 AM
Actually, on closer reading (yes, @rantyhighwayman.bsky.social's work feed!) the layout is probably more like this.
Strip width is not modified, so 2.4m to 10m as now.
It is the give way lines for the crossing (dia.1001.5) which have been modified in their distance from the stripes.
Strip width is not modified, so 2.4m to 10m as now.
It is the give way lines for the crossing (dia.1001.5) which have been modified in their distance from the stripes.
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The definition of sustainable transport modes should not continue to include “ultra low emission vehicles”. Sustainability cannot be reduced to tailpipe emissions, as even electric cars have huge environmental and social consequences.
actionnetwork.org/letters/dema...
actionnetwork.org/letters/dema...
Demand better transport in new development!
Launched with a pledge to “go further than ever before” to meet housing targets, the Government is consulting on the biggest shake-up of planning rules since 2012. A few welcome words on transport, li...
actionnetwork.org
February 10, 2026 at 11:18 AM
The definition of sustainable transport modes should not continue to include “ultra low emission vehicles”. Sustainability cannot be reduced to tailpipe emissions, as even electric cars have huge environmental and social consequences.
actionnetwork.org/letters/dema...
actionnetwork.org/letters/dema...
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Riverside, Cambridge. Not on a boundary, but similarly a short section of cycleway between two sections of street open to traffic. NB also protecting junction between two active routes (bridge descending to the right).
February 6, 2026 at 11:54 AM
Riverside, Cambridge. Not on a boundary, but similarly a short section of cycleway between two sections of street open to traffic. NB also protecting junction between two active routes (bridge descending to the right).
This modal filter on Cromvlietkade marks the border between Rijswijk and Den Haag. It's not a route for motors, but provides a main cycling route which subtlety changes from cycle street to cycle track and back to cycle street with no loss of momentum for people cycling.
#FridayFun
#FridayFun
February 6, 2026 at 10:00 AM
This modal filter on Cromvlietkade marks the border between Rijswijk and Den Haag. It's not a route for motors, but provides a main cycling route which subtlety changes from cycle street to cycle track and back to cycle street with no loss of momentum for people cycling.
#FridayFun
#FridayFun
Better places simply cannot be delivered without LTNs. The are key to network planning and their use unlocks so much.
Apart from some notable exceptions, much of the UK simply has not critically reviewed its network function which means we are tinkering with a broken system.
Apart from some notable exceptions, much of the UK simply has not critically reviewed its network function which means we are tinkering with a broken system.
Low Traffic Neighborhoods!
Low Traffic Neighborhoods!
All in one mega blog post is a huge resource containing the most popular films, photos, diagrams & links on LTN's.
Bookmark. Share. Link to it. Host a screening. Advocate.
@talyaschwartz.bsky.social @solomonge.bsky.social @openplans.org
Low Traffic Neighborhoods!
All in one mega blog post is a huge resource containing the most popular films, photos, diagrams & links on LTN's.
Bookmark. Share. Link to it. Host a screening. Advocate.
@talyaschwartz.bsky.social @solomonge.bsky.social @openplans.org
London’s Low Traffic Neighborhoods (LTN’s) Ultimate Resource Page — Streetfilms
If you need some enlightenment about Low Traffic Neighborhoods…well you came to the right place! Films! Maps! Photos! Presentations! It’s one-stop LTN shopping!
www.streetfilms.org
February 6, 2026 at 8:06 AM
Better places simply cannot be delivered without LTNs. The are key to network planning and their use unlocks so much.
Apart from some notable exceptions, much of the UK simply has not critically reviewed its network function which means we are tinkering with a broken system.
Apart from some notable exceptions, much of the UK simply has not critically reviewed its network function which means we are tinkering with a broken system.
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Cycling in the Netherlands isn’t a novelty — it’s everyday transport.
I made a new post and video explaining key traffic signs and priority rules — for anyone planning to ride here.
I made a new post and video explaining key traffic signs and priority rules — for anyone planning to ride here.
Key traffic signs and priority rules — for anyone planning to ride in the Netherlands
You’re very welcome to ride a bicycle in the Netherlands, whether during your holidays or as part of a study tour. But for everyone’s benefit — and especially for your own safety and that of others — it really helps to know the basic rules of the road. Locals sometimes complain about the behaviour of visitors on rental bikes, and it would be great if your presence in traffic didn’t draw negative attention.
bicycledutch.wordpress.com
February 3, 2026 at 10:59 PM
Cycling in the Netherlands isn’t a novelty — it’s everyday transport.
I made a new post and video explaining key traffic signs and priority rules — for anyone planning to ride here.
I made a new post and video explaining key traffic signs and priority rules — for anyone planning to ride here.
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We've had them for real in Brighton since *May* 2013 when 14 floating bus stops were installed along Lewes Rd. Opened by then Roads Minister Norman Baker without much fuss (also @iandaveysussex.bsky.social)... Been working fine for over a decade & AFAIK no reported conflicts with bus passengers
January 30, 2026 at 10:42 AM
We've had them for real in Brighton since *May* 2013 when 14 floating bus stops were installed along Lewes Rd. Opened by then Roads Minister Norman Baker without much fuss (also @iandaveysussex.bsky.social)... Been working fine for over a decade & AFAIK no reported conflicts with bus passengers
but nothing has been discussed around that as far as we know.
February 1, 2026 at 11:37 AM
but nothing has been discussed around that as far as we know.
The beacons and zig-zags were there because it predated the current rules (which this trial helped inform) and since then only a few really busy sites have beacons.
There is an argument for some kind of upright sign because when there is a crowd of people cycling, it is hard to see a crossing ahead
There is an argument for some kind of upright sign because when there is a crowd of people cycling, it is hard to see a crossing ahead
February 1, 2026 at 11:37 AM
The beacons and zig-zags were there because it predated the current rules (which this trial helped inform) and since then only a few really busy sites have beacons.
There is an argument for some kind of upright sign because when there is a crowd of people cycling, it is hard to see a crossing ahead
There is an argument for some kind of upright sign because when there is a crowd of people cycling, it is hard to see a crossing ahead
The raised crossing and stripes are very useful for people with visual and mobility impairments, but the hump needs to be a gentle change in level otherwise it couses an issue for some folks with non-standard cycles.
February 1, 2026 at 11:37 AM
The raised crossing and stripes are very useful for people with visual and mobility impairments, but the hump needs to be a gentle change in level otherwise it couses an issue for some folks with non-standard cycles.
A floating bus stop being trialled by TRL for Transport for London in November 2013. It reminds us that the unfamiliar takes time to become familiar and it isn't always a simple journey. Perhaps the conversation needs to shift to a real vision of human-scale future streets?
#FridayFun
#FridayFun
January 30, 2026 at 10:01 AM
A floating bus stop being trialled by TRL for Transport for London in November 2013. It reminds us that the unfamiliar takes time to become familiar and it isn't always a simple journey. Perhaps the conversation needs to shift to a real vision of human-scale future streets?
#FridayFun
#FridayFun
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Actually lots of extra help in this guidance with more nuance around different conditions and much of this should be standard practice anyway.
It won't change the minds of the folks who are against floating bus stops and it still leaves us with the edge cases of shared use bus boarders plus
It won't change the minds of the folks who are against floating bus stops and it still leaves us with the edge cases of shared use bus boarders plus
January 27, 2026 at 6:52 AM
Actually lots of extra help in this guidance with more nuance around different conditions and much of this should be standard practice anyway.
It won't change the minds of the folks who are against floating bus stops and it still leaves us with the edge cases of shared use bus boarders plus
It won't change the minds of the folks who are against floating bus stops and it still leaves us with the edge cases of shared use bus boarders plus
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Would you look at this everyone! The @rantyhighwayman.bsky.social
AKA Mark the mobility visionary came to visit us in Haringey today!
He gave us his thoughts on Green Lanes as we cycled along it, looking at everything. There was also some drama.
So what did he think? Let’s gooo! ⬇️ 1/18
AKA Mark the mobility visionary came to visit us in Haringey today!
He gave us his thoughts on Green Lanes as we cycled along it, looking at everything. There was also some drama.
So what did he think? Let’s gooo! ⬇️ 1/18
January 25, 2026 at 8:32 PM
Would you look at this everyone! The @rantyhighwayman.bsky.social
AKA Mark the mobility visionary came to visit us in Haringey today!
He gave us his thoughts on Green Lanes as we cycled along it, looking at everything. There was also some drama.
So what did he think? Let’s gooo! ⬇️ 1/18
AKA Mark the mobility visionary came to visit us in Haringey today!
He gave us his thoughts on Green Lanes as we cycled along it, looking at everything. There was also some drama.
So what did he think? Let’s gooo! ⬇️ 1/18
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It's been a busy weekend at Hammersmith Bridge. We were delighted to be joined by so many wanting to share how well the bridge works without cars.
(Image by Paul James - many more excellent ones here: photography.paulrichardjames.net/Collections/...)
(Image by Paul James - many more excellent ones here: photography.paulrichardjames.net/Collections/...)
January 25, 2026 at 10:15 PM
It's been a busy weekend at Hammersmith Bridge. We were delighted to be joined by so many wanting to share how well the bridge works without cars.
(Image by Paul James - many more excellent ones here: photography.paulrichardjames.net/Collections/...)
(Image by Paul James - many more excellent ones here: photography.paulrichardjames.net/Collections/...)
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Once a traffic sewer, Den Haag's main shopping street Grote Marktstraat is now space for people, while remaining a key route for cycling. Shows what can be done, even in a fairly car-centric city like Den Haag.
In the latest #Netherlands25 post, join us on a ride to Den Haag #Bikesky
In the latest #Netherlands25 post, join us on a ride to Den Haag #Bikesky
Netherlands 25: Riding from Duinrell to Den Haag
As the closest big city, Den Haag is a regular visit when we’re staying at Duinrell. Being just 13 km away on bike, it’s a fairly manageable ride, with multiple routes to choose from. W…
domcycling.com
January 24, 2026 at 10:47 AM
Once a traffic sewer, Den Haag's main shopping street Grote Marktstraat is now space for people, while remaining a key route for cycling. Shows what can be done, even in a fairly car-centric city like Den Haag.
In the latest #Netherlands25 post, join us on a ride to Den Haag #Bikesky
In the latest #Netherlands25 post, join us on a ride to Den Haag #Bikesky
Seen somewhere in Chichester City Centre, this is a local piece of guerrilla humour by the Chichester Anti-Recreation Society (CARP) which is a poke at the city city being apparently too serious about little things.
We can't condone unauthorised signs but we do love a #SpoofSign.
#FridayFun
We can't condone unauthorised signs but we do love a #SpoofSign.
#FridayFun
January 23, 2026 at 10:01 AM
Seen somewhere in Chichester City Centre, this is a local piece of guerrilla humour by the Chichester Anti-Recreation Society (CARP) which is a poke at the city city being apparently too serious about little things.
We can't condone unauthorised signs but we do love a #SpoofSign.
#FridayFun
We can't condone unauthorised signs but we do love a #SpoofSign.
#FridayFun
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Link to my slides from last evening's @activetravelcaf.bsky.social here:
January 21, 2026 at 9:51 AM
Link to my slides from last evening's @activetravelcaf.bsky.social here:
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After 2+ years of legal battles, the Court of Appeal has ruled in our favour.
Tower Hamlets cannot lawfully remove our safer streets. A huge precedent for London.
www.standard.co.uk/news/london/...
Tower Hamlets cannot lawfully remove our safer streets. A huge precedent for London.
www.standard.co.uk/news/london/...
East London residents win sensational victory in fight to save low-traffic schemes
London-wide implications for LTNs as Court of Appeal rules that Tower Hamlets mayor Lutfur Rahman acted unlawfully in trying to ignore Sadiq Khan’s transport masterplan
www.standard.co.uk
January 22, 2026 at 11:26 AM
After 2+ years of legal battles, the Court of Appeal has ruled in our favour.
Tower Hamlets cannot lawfully remove our safer streets. A huge precedent for London.
www.standard.co.uk/news/london/...
Tower Hamlets cannot lawfully remove our safer streets. A huge precedent for London.
www.standard.co.uk/news/london/...
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As Dutch cities continue to grow, space is being reallocated to walking, cycling and public transport. Across the Netherlands, the role of the private car is being reconsidered. New blog post and video.
When Space Runs Out: Rethinking the Role of the Car in Dutch Cities
Dutch cities are changing rapidly. One of the aims of this blog is to document that change, and there is plenty of work ahead. Much of what I record involves changes to streets: a before-and-after of a reconstructed street is relatively easy to capture in images. Shiny new cycling bridges can steal the show, and a new continuous-cycle route perhaps even more so.
bicycledutch.wordpress.com
January 20, 2026 at 11:00 PM
As Dutch cities continue to grow, space is being reallocated to walking, cycling and public transport. Across the Netherlands, the role of the private car is being reconsidered. New blog post and video.
cityinfinity.wordpress.com
January 21, 2026 at 9:50 AM