[Stephen Williams]

Behind the camera is a main cycle way that runs along Swansea Bay. It is very busy in good weather. However trying to leave the cycle path instantly leads to problems.

This picture taken across a busy main road and of the connector road to the residential area of West Cross. Unfortunately the road is 1 way and goes against you. Your choice then is to cycle the wrong way down a 1 way road and risk death or ride on a narrow pavement and risk a £500 fine and being shouted at by pedestrians.

[Stephen Williams]

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A) I would move the cycle lane to the inside next to the pavement, and potentially get rid of the parking if necessary. Provide some protection with sleepers.

B) Moving the bike lane would be easy. Removing the parking would be like going to war!

[Stephen Williams]

This is the promenade in Swansea which is our main cycling route. An old railway line, which is all we get! 

[Stephen Williams]

I m studying a masters degree in urban planning and hope to move into this field.

I have spent 15 years working in the insolvency sector dealing with failed businesses. Over that time I have seen huge changes in business, particularly the retail sector, and so I understand the challenges and trends we are facing in an increasingly digital age.

The coronavirus will lead to huge changes in where we do business, how, and travel.

I also ran for political office and so understand the political difficulties in arguing for cycle infrastructure, especially in cities that are strapped for cash and earn revenue from car parks.

I live in Swansea, arguably the UK’s most car dependant city. Despite the city authority refusing to install cycle infrastructure, there is huge pent up demand, with cycling increasing 300% during lockdown with cars off the road.

Twitter = @steveofswansea

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