Decarbonising transport

Cycling was banned from the COP26 conference Transport day. Our government said it was just about zero emission vehicles, even though bikes are the ultimate zero emission vehicles. You can see cyclists protesting about it here.

But there was a brilliant side session on how we can decarbonise transport and regain our streets for people, for children, for the disabled.

It’s not long, but if you’re short of time, we recommend starting at 9 minutes, and maybe setting YouTube to speed up playback to 1.25, or even 1.5. But the first section is good too if you have time to rewind to the beginning.

Worth watching for Chris Boardman alone – he just explains it so simply.

Hayling Cycle Safari 2021

The Hayling Cycle Safari is a fun way to get people cycling along the sea front and be rewarded with a free set of bike lights to keep them cycling safely as evenings get darker!

It’s been organised and sponsored by Hayling’s Hampshire County Councillor, Lance Quantrill, in conjunction with Cycle Hayling, Hayling Cycles, our local bike shop, and many local businesses.

Hayling Cycle Safari map

The idea is to get your form stamped by venues from the yellow boxes on the map. Once you’ve gained 22 points, registered people can take the map into Hayling Cycles for a free bike light set (for 2021).

Instructions are on this entry form. You can pick up a form and a map from the Hayling Trader, or one of the participating venues, or download it from the links above. You’ll need to register for each person who wants to claim the free lights, or you can do it for fun without registering.

Venues might not be open – if not, just get a photo (if you can)! Please bear with venues if they’re busy.

We’d love to hear how it goes, and especially get some photos outside the venues, holding up your maps!

Have fun, and good luck!