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CTC, the UK’s largest cycling charity*, inspires and helps people to cycle and keep cycling, whatever kind of cycling they do or would like to do. Over a century’s experience tells us that cycling is more than useful transport; it makes you feel good, gives you a sense of freedom and creates a better environment for everyone.
• We provide expert, practical help and advice.
• We support individuals and communities.
• We protect cyclists’ interests.
• We campaign to make cycling mainstream and to remove the things that stop people cycling.
• We help people develop the confidence and skills to cycle.
• We promote the benefits of cycling to individuals, to society and to the economy.
* CTC Charitable Trust a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England No 5125969, registered as a charity in England and Wales Charity No 1104324 and in Scotland Charity No SC038626. Cyclists’ Touring Club (CTC) a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England No 25185 and registered as a charity in Scotland No SC042541, application for registration in England and Wales currently subject to review.
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Celebrating cycling in Sheffield at the National Dinner
CTC’s AGM and National Dinner was held this year in Sheffield. With the
AGM meeting out of the way, members sat down to enjoy a meal and
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CTC AGM results
The CTC AGM and National Dinner took place this past weekend in Sheffield with almost 100 members attending and thousands more voting by proxy. With an overwhelming majority members voted for CTC to become a registered charity, but also passed a number of other resolutions.
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New CTC Website
The new CTC website is in the final stages of development but you can now view an advanced preview. We hope you enjoy the new site. |
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Summer of Cycling
Imagine if every cyclist persuaded just one friend to take up cycling? Cycling levels in the UK would double and that would create ‘Safety in Numbers’. This is why the Summer of Cycling, which CTC is supporting, is asking cyclists to name a friend and pledge to get them cycling this summer. What's in it for you? If you are lucky, you could get a new cycling buddy and also win a new iPad. |
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Lies, damn lies, and statistics about red light jumping
Do 57% of UK cyclists jump red lights? One motoring organisation claims so – on very flimsy evidence.
The Guardian, 14 May 2012
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London Mayoral Hustings - main candidates come together to talk cycling
With only three days to go until the London Mayoral elections, and cycling the hottest topic this year, the five main candidates attended a hustings today to discuss the issue.
Road CC, 30 April 2012
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CCTV could be used to fine drivers who park in cycle lanes
Drivers will face fines of up to £130 if CCTV cameras record them parking in cycle lanes or blocking box junctions, under plans being considered by the
Government.
The Times, 30 April 2012.
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London bike rally bids to make cycle safety an election issue
More than 5,000 cyclists have taken part in a rally aimed at persuading London's mayoral candidates to ensure roads are safer for those on bicycles.
BBC London, 28 April 2012.
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Cyclists ride on capital calling for safer roads
Cyclists have taken part in a demonstration in Edinburgh calling on candidates in next week's local election to make the roads safer.
BBC Edinburgh, 28 April 2012.
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Revealed: the country’s worst roads for cyclists
CTC members and local campaigners help The Times highlight the country's worst junctions for cyclists.
The Times, 24 April 2012
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Minicab chief: cyclists have to expect to be hurt on roads
Campaigners and politicians are calling for a boycott of the minicab firm Addison Lee after its chairman claimed that cyclists are responsible for accidents simply by taking to the roads and should expect to be hurt by drivers.
The Times, 20 April 2012
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Tommy Godwin's 'unbreakable' cycling record
In 1939, Tommy Godwin rode 75,065 miles in a single year to set an endurance riding record that some believe will never be beaten.
BBC Stoke, 19 April 2012
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CTC at the Scottish Bike Show
Bike Biz reports on the Scottish Bike Show in Glasgow.
Bike Biz, 19 April 2012
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Children are denied free cycle training by councils’ apathy
Councils have been accused of failing to claim millions of pounds in funding for children’s cycling, even as the Government commits more money to improve training and safety.
The Times, 13 April 2012
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Norman Baker unveils details of Bikeability funding in England for next three years
Transport Minister Norman Baker has today announced a total of £35 million of funding for Bikeability cycle training in schools throughout England over the next three years.
Road.cc, 11 April 2012
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How cities fail their cyclists in different ways
Guardian writer, Peter Walker, explores cities and towns, where cyclists face a (metaphorical) uphill struggle. Guardian, 30 March 2012
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Law firm reveals Manchester's most dangerous junctions for cyclists
Manchester’s ‘Curry Mile’ on Wilmslow Road has been named the city’s biggest blackspot for cyclists.
Road.cc, 22 March 2012
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CTC members pedal to Scottish parliament
Safety campaigners meet Scotland's transport minister following four cyclists deaths in Edinburgh alone over the last year.
Guardian, 21 March 2012
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Privatising roads could worsen tax row between motorists and cyclists
Current taxation
means motorists have no greater entitlement to roads than cyclists – butplans to part-privatise roads could change that.
Guardian, 20 March 2012
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Tour de France organiser on shortlist to run London Festival of Cycling
Tour de France organiser Amaury Sport Organisation is one of six organisations shortlisted in the bidding for the London Festival of Cycling in 2013. announches the Mayor of London.
Cycling Weekly, 16 March 2012
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Cyclists Touring Club (CTC) a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in
England No 25185 and registered as a charity in Scotland No SC042541.
CTC Charitable Trust a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England No 5125969,
registered as a charity in England and Wales Charity No 1104324 and in Scotland Charity No SC038626.
Registered office for both Companies: Parklands, Railton Road, Guildford, Surrey GU2 9JX.
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