“The Bridge of Shame”
we are building a new crossing for the 21st century
… which has no access for pedestrians or cyclists. I think that’s just embarrassing for one of the highest profile civil engineering projects in the country, and shows how serious the Scottish government’s commitment to promoting cycling really is. I still can’t believe they can get away with not making a major piece of transport infrastructure like this multi modal, as a cost cutting measure.
They are keeping the old bridge open for public transport and bikes, but anyone who cycles that regularly will know how often it is closed due to “high” winds. The new bridge, of course, will be designed to allow motorised transport to continue to cross in severe weather.
I see that a lot of people were suggesting that Chris Hoy should be chosen to open the new bridge. That’s a great idea, and he could even ride a bike across after he cuts the ribbon…oh, hang on a minute….