Some Tory-run local authorities have ripped out the cycle lanes, including West Sussex County, as well as Wandsworth and Kensington councils in London. Kensington and Chelsea council installed a mile-long cycle lane through the borough with a £320,000 taxpayer-funded grant. 'People here are not very happy with the over exaggeration of the cycle path. Its spokesman Jack Cousins said: 'The cycle lane actively encourages drivers to look out for cyclists and maintain a safe distance. A Dorset Council spokesman said: 'Almost 80km of new cycle lanes, pedestrian pavements, and bus service improvements are being constructed in south east Dorset.

Source: The Nation August 18, 2021 15:10 UTC