The government today launched a £47m quest to establish a British "cycling city" that would get more people on to two wheels, and cut congestion and pollution.

The winning metropolis will join London, which has already announced a £400m cycling and walking programme, in launching a series of initiatives including new cycle routes and training schemes.

Six new "cycling towns" will also be selected to share the £47m fund with the chosen city. Local authorities interested in becoming a cycling city or town have until March 31 to make their application. ... Read full article