Author: Kim

Since time immemorial (well, since 2012) we’ve gathered at the Meadows. But, as we return to a mass family-friendly closed-roads demo on Saturday 23rd April this year, we’ve had to make some changes due to major road closures and the

This year, Pedal on Parliament has had to make the difficult decision to become a limited company. To date, we’ve been organised along anarchist collective lines, with decisions taken collectively, and a loose definition of who ‘PoP’ is. Organisers have

Scotland prides itself on being a socially progressive country, interested in social justice, fairness and openness to the rest of the world. In the last decade, the Scottish government has announced many polices that have gained widespread admiration – from

As the new Scottish Government ministerial line-up is announced, we congratulate both Derek Mackay on his promotion to Cabinet Secretary for Finance, and Humza Yousaf on his appointment as Transport Minister. Clearly Transport is a stepping stone to greater things

Two years ago, the fun, family-friendly atmosphere of Pedal on Parliament inspired another cycling-related event — or series of events! — The Edinburgh Festival of Cycling. Pedal on Parliament continues to spread the message that the roads in Scotland must

Following last month’s Pedal on Parliament ride which was attended by Mr Derek Mackay, Minster for Transport and the Islands, we felt that we should write to thank him, and also take the opportunity to ask a few follow up

Following a recent report that air pollution may cause more UK deaths than previously thought, we have a guest post from Emilia Hanna: When I started cycling with my toddler strapped to my back in a sling, I raised a

It was a welcome start to the new year – a Holyrood debate on active travel. Regardless of what was said, or how few politicians turned up the fact that it happened at all is cheering news, and we congratulate

Can someone be called an unsung hero when they have already won an award? We’re not sure. However one thing is for sure, Sally Hinchcliffe works tirelessly not only for PoP but for The Cycling Embassy of Great Britain, Cycling

We have received a reply from Kezia Dugdale, who is running for the deputy leadership: As you know, I am a strong supporter of Pedal on Parliament, both as an MSP for the Lothian region, and as a cyclist. This