Cyclists demand more resources

Cyclists yesterday gathered in force and demanded more resources to be ringfenced to build cycling routes, to promote cycling, and to aid the environment by keeping traffic off the roads.

A protest outside the Dáil came as TDs launched a private member’s bill to force motorists to observe a minimum passing distance when overtaking cyclists.

Fine Gael TD Ciaran Cannon launched the proposed legislation in the Dáil as he noted the increase in cyclist numbers in recent years.