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I love cycling in traffic so congested it's actually stationary, much safer than stop start but moving
January 15, 2026 at 1:14 PM
I love cycling in traffic so congested it's actually stationary, much safer than stop start but moving
January 12, 2026 at 12:17 PM
I don't think the pub was so nice & it apparently closed because itdidn't make enough money to pay its rent, but nice idea!
January 9, 2026 at 10:39 AM
I don't think the pub was so nice & it apparently closed because itdidn't make enough money to pay its rent, but nice idea!
Former bar metro in Bolton (metro is a local minicab company)
maps.app.goo.gl/J64duLuAsCHx...
maps.app.goo.gl/J64duLuAsCHx...
January 9, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Former bar metro in Bolton (metro is a local minicab company)
maps.app.goo.gl/J64duLuAsCHx...
maps.app.goo.gl/J64duLuAsCHx...
Ah I thought it was phase 1, cheers
December 30, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Ah I thought it was phase 1, cheers
Crewe was already approved in phase 1 wasn't it? Just got imo accidentally cancelled. What happens to the Welsh rebate tho? Cos they didn't get compensatory money like Scotland did, because of connections from N Wales at Crewe...
December 30, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Crewe was already approved in phase 1 wasn't it? Just got imo accidentally cancelled. What happens to the Welsh rebate tho? Cos they didn't get compensatory money like Scotland did, because of connections from N Wales at Crewe...
I seem to remember something about HS2 running 16 carriage trains but if it switched to standard tracks to continue Birmingham to Manchester, Piccadilly can only fit the current 12 carriages so it would have to be half an HS2 train. And HS2 can't tilt so slower if on the existing line
December 30, 2025 at 10:25 AM
I seem to remember something about HS2 running 16 carriage trains but if it switched to standard tracks to continue Birmingham to Manchester, Piccadilly can only fit the current 12 carriages so it would have to be half an HS2 train. And HS2 can't tilt so slower if on the existing line
Shipping containers are regularly stored on the motorway. Most people don't see a problem with this: they're waiting to be transported, where else are they meant to go; nobody uses the motorway anyway
December 30, 2025 at 7:58 AM
Shipping containers are regularly stored on the motorway. Most people don't see a problem with this: they're waiting to be transported, where else are they meant to go; nobody uses the motorway anyway
Most new roads built won't be connected to any other roads for a minimum of 5 years after construction
December 29, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Most new roads built won't be connected to any other roads for a minimum of 5 years after construction
The bridge was washed away in a flood 7 years ago, the diversion doubles your trip. Funds to repair the bridge have not yet been identified.
December 29, 2025 at 3:28 PM
The bridge was washed away in a flood 7 years ago, the diversion doubles your trip. Funds to repair the bridge have not yet been identified.
Some motorways will be wide tarmac, some will be mud, some will have freight trains using them. To find out you'll have to find someone with local knowledge & ask.
December 29, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Some motorways will be wide tarmac, some will be mud, some will have freight trains using them. To find out you'll have to find someone with local knowledge & ask.
I couldn't stand it, I spent the whole book going but neglect is abuse! And the whole village knew & did nothing & then predictably he experienced trauma as an adult as a result
December 28, 2025 at 2:08 PM
I couldn't stand it, I spent the whole book going but neglect is abuse! And the whole village knew & did nothing & then predictably he experienced trauma as an adult as a result
Eek. Good to see they're not absolutely fine because of the magic paint forcefield
December 23, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Eek. Good to see they're not absolutely fine because of the magic paint forcefield
Most amusingly - the tree doesn't actually fit 🤣
December 18, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Most amusingly - the tree doesn't actually fit 🤣
Oh yeah probably, the local MP (cross border constituency) has been championing that since some MPs back
December 10, 2025 at 9:11 AM
Oh yeah probably, the local MP (cross border constituency) has been championing that since some MPs back
The nearest new cycle lanes to that area are in Farnworth 8km away
December 10, 2025 at 7:57 AM
The nearest new cycle lanes to that area are in Farnworth 8km away
There have been no new cycle lanes in that area (which may be part of the problem)
December 10, 2025 at 7:55 AM
There have been no new cycle lanes in that area (which may be part of the problem)
Fix the roof while the sun is shining kinda vibe?
December 9, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Fix the roof while the sun is shining kinda vibe?
Incoming population collapse due to selective destruction of gingerbread girls?
December 9, 2025 at 10:07 AM
Incoming population collapse due to selective destruction of gingerbread girls?
Best put in something on equity/ equality, health inequalities too
December 9, 2025 at 9:17 AM
Best put in something on equity/ equality, health inequalities too
The broad benefits eg to health, to the environment, to community
December 9, 2025 at 9:04 AM
The broad benefits eg to health, to the environment, to community
Designing for children & young people, older people, women & girls, disabled people, other protected chara
December 9, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Designing for children & young people, older people, women & girls, disabled people, other protected chara
Well obviously but who else are they thinking is endangering nature?
December 4, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Well obviously but who else are they thinking is endangering nature?