CambridgeshireLive readers are discussing the news that the city is set to host England’s first official Cycle Street as part of the Greater Cambridge Partnership’s Comberton Greenway, aiming to make travel safer for thousands of cyclists.

Construction will start on Adams Road, one of the city’s busiest cycling routes with up to 3,000 cyclists at peak times. Works are expected to last around 30 weeks in two stages, with daytime closures but access maintained for residents.

A GCP spokesperson said the redesign will prioritise walking and cycling, improve safety, and strengthen the city’s greenway network.

Cllr Brian Milnes, Chair of the GCP, said: "We've heard too many stories of cyclists being knocked off their bikes and car doors suddenly opening into their path, while elderly and vulnerable residents have to step into the road just to get around bins or parked cars. That shouldn't be the reality on one of Cambridge's busiest cycling routes. This project is about putting people first."

Mr Milnes added: "There will be temporary disruption, but we have designed a programme sensitive to residents’ needs. We thank everyone in advance for their patience as we make these changes a........

© Cambridge News