There
were an unprecedented number of Dr Bike sessions in Westminster this summer.
The councils of Kensington & Chelsea, Westminster and Camden worked
alongside the Royal Parks, British Waterways, the Metropolitan Police, the CTC
and the LCC groups in the three boroughs to provide these sessions. About 500
people had their bikes checked and were given cycling information.
Dr Bike Venues included Hyde Park Corner (above) and Kensington Gardens (below).
When
cycle lanes were first introduced through Admiralty Arch in October 2008, motor
vehicles continued to pass through two abreast, blocking the eastbound cycle
lane. The Royal Parks put up a sign and put down traffic cones in an attempt to
persuade motorists to drive through in single file, but to no avail.
The Royal Parks have now put up thin reflective posts to separate the cycle
lane from other traffic. As the second photo shows, these appear to be working
and have been well received by cyclists.