ALISTAIR Coe has released the Canberra Liberals’ vision for the future of cycling in Canberra, with a focus on improved connectedness, safety and a better experience for cyclists.

Alistair says “Our 10 year vision includes:

• Segregated/separated cycle paths on major arterial roads.
• Completion of crucial missing links in the network, such as Kuringa Drive.
• A comprehensive cycling tourism strategy.
• Regular world class cycling and mountain bike races.
• Having cycling regarded as mode of choice for than 10% of commuters.
• Promotion of electric bikes.
• No deaths on our network.
• Support for technology solutions to help friends and family track vulnerable cyclists.
• Better lighting on our network.
• Better education for existing and potential cyclists, and other road users.
• Updated cycling maps in innovative formats.
• Comprehensive street sweeping and removal of chip seal on cycle paths.
• Improved fit-outs to accommodate taking bicycles on board buses.
• Dedicated cycle lanes in the median of Northbourne Avenue, Federal Highway and Flemington Road.
• Retaining mandatory helmet laws.
• Expanding cycle share scheme in consultation with the NCA and national institutions.

“The Canberra Liberals support all forms of cycling, be it for commuting, competition or recreation,” Mr Coe concluded.