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Westminster Charges ahead!

Westminster Charges ahead!
2008-03-12

Have your say about the proposed changes and motorcycle parking charges

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The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea launches motorcycle parking improvements

The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea launches motorcycle parking improvements
2008-03-12

The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea today launched its innovative new motorcycle parking scheme, designed to cater for the growing number of motorcyclists in the area since the introduction of the congestion charge in 2003

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MCN Ride For Rights 20th October 2007

2007-09-25

Fed up with the Government's plans to charge bikes to use our roads? Act now - it will be law before you know it!

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Kensington and Chelsea Council proposing major parking reforms

2007-07-04

The Council has operated parking controls since 1994, but, in the light of increased traffic and environmental concerns, a number of changes are on the horizon.

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Improve Roads To Improve Bike Safety Say Motorcycle Retailers

2007-07-04

‘Improving road design and conditions would greatly reduce the number of motorcycle accidents in the UK, as these factors cause far more crashes than inappropriate speed,’ said Mike Owen, Head of the Motorcycle Retailers Association (MRA), part of the Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMIF).

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London introduces two tier penalties for motorists

2007-07-04

England's first city-wide two tier parking penalties scheme based on the seriousness of the contravention committed was introduced in London yesterday (1 July). The scheme means drivers parking at bus stops, on pedestrian crossings, or in the safety zones outside schools will receive a higher penalty than those overstaying the time paid for at a parking meter.

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Commuter traffic drives British workers mad

The daily grind of lengthy commutes and time wasted in traffic jams is taking its toll on workers’ free time, bank balances and patience, according to new research out today [i] .

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The Highways Agency mops up diesel spill award

2007-05-30

The Highways Agency is this year's winner of the KillSpills/British Motorcyclists Federation Award 2007 for 'Achievement in Reducing Diesel Spills'. They will be presented with the award at this year's KillSpills event on 26th May at BikefestUK, Donington Park race circuit.

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'Now's the time to get your motorcycle licence' says the motorcycle industry

2007-05-29

As details of new motorcycle licence test arrangements for late 2008 are finalised by the Government, the Motor Cycle Industry Association (MCI) is launching a major campaign to encourage people to take up motorcycling and get their full licence.

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KillSpills 2007 rally - the 617 Ride

2007-04-25

The KillSpills campaign, formed to combat the threat that diesel spills present to motorcyclists and other road users, is introducing a new event – The KillSpills 617 Ride.

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News, products, events and reports from the February issue of Rider's Digest

2007-03-27

This month a look at warm weather clothing, including thermals, a heated vest and heated gloves. Just the thing to keep a biker warm during winter.

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Bikes and bus lanes – motorcycle use closer say BMF

News that the Government has at long last issued advice encouraging local authorities to take a more objective view of the use of bus lanes by motorcycles has been welcomed by the British Motorcyclists Federation.

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North Circular

2007-02-02

Out there in the wildly romantic woods there are azure blue lakes lying like mirrors between the gently wooded hills. The air is filled with the smell of moss, pine needles and wild flowers. This is the here and now and you are free. This is true freedom. Our thanks to the team at Reader's Digest who have allowed us to reproduce this article.

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Great Escapism

2006-12-21

Our thanks to the team at The Rider's Digest who have allowed us to reproduce the following article from their January 2007 issue:

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Kill Spills Rally 2006

2007-01-29

PIE Guide team promoting the new London Bike Guide at the start of the Kill Spills rally at the Ace Cafe.

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Westminster considers charging for motorcycle parking

2007-01-08

Westminster Council has announced it is considering charging for bike parking

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Kensington and Chelsea is first council to introduce permit-only motorcycle bays

2007-01-29

The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea has announced it intends to introduce permit-only motorcycle bays. It will also plans to increase the number of sites where visitor motorcycle bays are provided.

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