UPDATE: A new sign has just been installed on the busy M8 motorway in Glasgow, urgently warning cyclists to stay off the road following a troubling increase in incidents. The sign, prominently displayed on the Waterloo Street entry slip roads leading to the Kingston Bridge, clearly states: “Notice – no cycles on the motorway,” accompanied by the logos of Police Scotland and Glasgow City Council.
This immediate action comes after multiple reports of cyclists using the M8, despite it being illegal and extremely dangerous. Delivery cyclists have been spotted maneuvering through heavy traffic, raising serious safety concerns. Earlier this year, alarming incidents were reported of cyclists appearing on the busiest bridge in Europe, prompting local authorities to take notice.
At a council meeting in June 2024, a council official recounted her own shocking experience witnessing a cyclist sharing lanes with vehicles. “I have even seen them myself – you are driving along and then there is a Just Eat driver next to you,” she stated, emphasizing the risk posed to both cyclists and motorists.
In a particularly troubling event, a cyclist was seen riding the wrong way at Junction 15, near the Glasgow Royal Infirmary, in early 2024. This reckless behavior was further highlighted when a motorist recorded a delivery driver cycling down the motorway hard shoulder, again near Junction 15, leaving many stunned.
According to the Highway Code, it is illegal for cyclists to use motorways, underlining the importance of this new signage. The installation of the sign aims to curb the dangerous trend and protect both cyclists and drivers on Glasgow’s busy roads.
Authorities are continuing to monitor the situation closely, and local residents are encouraged to report any further sightings of cyclists on the M8. The urgency of this matter not only affects traffic safety but also impacts the overall well-being of the cycling community in Glasgow.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing situation as we follow local efforts to ensure road safety and compliance with traffic laws. Share this information with others to spread awareness and keep Glasgow’s roads safe for everyone.
