Campaign group Cycle Sheffield have this week revealed that there have been at least 228 cyclists who have crashed due to tram lines in the city over the past two years and they are now demanding improvements to the cycle network to prevent further incidents from occurring.<\/p>\n
The group had previously launched a website so that all cyclists can report when and where they have suffered after falling off their bikes having come into contact with the tram tracks. It is said that several of those who have reported falling off have suffered serious injuries as a result.<\/p>\n
The Chair of Cycle Sheffield, Ian Carey, commented: \u201cTrams are an important part of Sheffield\u2019s public transport system but sadly the issue of cycle accidents on the tram tracks is a major problem that must be tackled. Existing cycle infrastructure is poor, which discourages too many people from using their cycles on the roads of Sheffield. We want short\u00ac term fixes like cycle paths around the back of tram platforms to avoid the narrowing road. In the long term a high quality cycle network including segregated cycle paths on main roads will encourage more journeys by cycle and stop people having to share the road with tram tracks.\u201d<\/p>\n
In response a spokesperson from Sheffield City Council said: \u201cWe understand that tram tracks cause issues for road cyclists… We have investigated specific areas where accidents have occurred and will soon be in a position to report on the best possible solutions.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Campaign group Cycle Sheffield have this week revealed that there have been at least 228 cyclists who have crashed due to tram lines in the city over the past two years and they are now demanding improvements to the cycle … Continue reading