Road safety fears for British long-distance cycle ride

Concerns raised over overtaking opportunities on busy A82 in Scotland during Deloitte Ride Across Britain in September

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Fears have been expressed about the safety of cyclists on a stretch of busy road during their September Lands End to John O’Groats attempt.

The Deloitte Ride Across Britain - a large, supported event that takes 800 people from the foot to the top of the UK – is planning on riding along the A82 on September 12 and 13.

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