Dedicated and protected…

Dedicated and protected bicycle lanes reduce car traffic congestion. they allow people who wish to cycle safely and quickly to do so, instead of being forced into their car to drive to the shops/school/work. it also moves cyclists off the road and into their own dedicated lane, ensuring cars arent being slowed down by cyclists. it also makes streets more accessible as people who cannot afford a car can still access a cheap mode of transport that can get them to most of their frequent destinations. cycling is also great for businesses, as someone on a bicycle may see a shop and decide to enter and purchase something, as it is much easier to park their bicycle than finding a parking spot for a car. businesses also need less space for bike parking than car parking, increasing the maximum number of customers that can access their business.

the reason there are few cyclists on the road is because the roads are not safe for cyclists. people do not cycle because they are scared of being hit by vehicles due to a lack of protection or seperation. if protected or seperated bike lane networks (key word 'networks', not just a handful of lanes) were built out, we would see a massive increase in cycling, and a massive decrease in vehicle congestion. it would make urban environments much more equitable and liveable.
please reconsider this bill.