§ Mr. CoxTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what is the average cost of the provision of one mile of cycle lane. [48326]
§ Ms Glenda JacksonAverage costs are not available, but since cycle lanes use the existing carriageway of a road and are identified by markings and signs, costs are not high. The limitation in providing more cycle lanes on the carriageway will often be lack of sufficient roadspace.
We are encouraging all local authorities to improve facilities for cyclists, including more cycle lanes on the carriageway.