英国敦促10.5英尺长的车道宽度加强自行车安全,但各团体警告可能出现拥堵。
UK urges 10.5-ft lane widths to boost cyclist safety, but groups warn of potential congestion.
英国政府已发布新的指南,建议将道路道缩小至不超过10英尺8英寸,通过阻止近距离超车,改善骑自行车者的安全,英格兰积极旅行协会建议作出改变,鼓励更安全的骑车和驾驶行为。
The UK government has issued new guidance suggesting road lanes be narrowed to no more than 10 feet 8 inches to improve cyclist safety by discouraging close overtaking, with Active Travel England recommending the change to encourage safer riding and driving behaviors.
虽然该政策旨在减少事故和促进积极旅行,但机动车团体警告说,它可能会增加拥挤,特别是在空间有限的城市地区。
While the policy aims to reduce accidents and promote active travel, motoring groups warn it could increase congestion, especially in urban areas where space is limited.
该指南不具有法律约束力,由地方当局执行,也注意到扩大航道等一些替代办法。
The guidance is not legally binding and leaves implementation to local authorities, with some alternatives like widening lanes also noted.
这一行动与加强道路安全和实现气候和运输目标的更广泛努力相一致。
The move aligns with broader efforts to enhance road safety and meet climate and transport goals.