UPDATE: A new warning sign has been installed on the M8 motorway in Glasgow, urging cyclists to stay off the busy roadway after a troubling increase in dangerous cycling incidents. The sign, located on the entry slip roads at Waterloo Street leading to the Kingston Bridge, clearly states: “Notice – no cycles on the motorway.”
Authorities confirm that this measure comes after multiple reports of cyclists, including delivery riders, using the M8, which is illegal under the Highway Code. The sign prominently features the logos of Police Scotland and Glasgow City Council, along with images of a bicycle and a cyclist crossed out in red.
Cycling on the M8 has become a growing concern, with officials revealing that this year alone, there have been numerous sightings of cyclists on the Kingston Bridge, the busiest bridge in Europe. A council official reported at a meeting in June that she personally witnessed a cyclist next to a vehicle. “I have even seen them myself – you are driving along and then there is a Just Eat driver next to you,” she stated.
The dangers are not limited to the Kingston Bridge. Earlier this year, a cyclist was seen riding the wrong way near Junction 15, close to the Glasgow Royal Infirmary, leaving motorists stunned. In May, a motorist captured footage of a delivery driver cycling down the motorway’s hard shoulder, raising significant safety concerns.
With the installation of this new sign, authorities are taking proactive steps to mitigate risks associated with cycling on high-speed roads. The move aims to protect not only the cyclists but also the drivers who share these busy routes.
As Glasgow City Council continues to address the issue, residents are urged to report any sightings of cyclists on the motorway to ensure the safety of all road users. The situation remains fluid, and further developments are expected as the council implements additional measures to enforce this crucial traffic regulation.
Stay tuned for updates on this urgent issue affecting cyclist safety in Glasgow.
