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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 22/10/2026

When I was with @cardiffcyclecity.bsky.social we campaigned for years in vain to get the council to consider these hangars. Ten years later they're finally appearing 🤩💪

green cycle hangar installed next to the cycleway on Lloyd George Avenue in Cardiff

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 18/10/2026

Rare to find one cargo bike at Screwfix let alone two. This despite really hostile roads and zero bike parking

Two cargo bikes parked outside the entrance to Screwfix on Penarth Rd in Cardiff

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 05/10/2026

However, Operation Snap has other ideas 🤷

A reply from Operation Snap after the video was submitted, reads: "Decision: No Further Action Taken

Further Comments:
Thank you for taking the time to submit your evidence which has been carefully reviewed. Operation SNAP decision makers must prove offences to the evidential threshold of ‘beyond reasonable doubt’. All submissions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis to identify potential offences, assess the weight of evidence present, consider if a prosecution is in the public interest and confirm that there is a realistic prospect of a prosecution. Unfortunately, in this case we are unable to take further action as the evidential threshold is not met. Driving on the pavement /cycleway is a non endorsable fixed penalty. Operation Snap has become so popular with an increase in submissions and a reduction of staff we are now having to prioritise what offences we take action on. In view of this we are prioritising the more serious offences that are endorsable and require the service of a notice of intended prosecution. In view of this we will not be taking any further action in relation to your submission. Whilst we appreciate this may be frustrating, we thank you for your patience, understanding and commitment in helping us keep the road network in Wales safe. We also remind you that this decision is final and there is no appeals process."

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 05/10/2026

Gemini would suggest that a court appearance would be in order, at the very least points and a fine:

A screen capture of a reply from Gemini: "Yes, the behaviour of the white van driver shown in the video is highly illegal.
The video footage clearly captures the white van committing multiple serious road traffic offences simultaneously:
1. Driving on a Pedestrian Pavement and Cycle Path
The van can be seen actively driving forward across a paved pedestrian precinct, layout area, and designated cycle track.
• The Law: Under Section 72 of the Highway Act 1835 and Section 34 of the Road Traffic Act 1988, it is a criminal offence to drive a motor vehicle on a pavement, pavement structure, or footpath set aside for pedestrians.
2. Driving Through a Pelican / Zebra Crossing Area
The driver uses the wide, paved pedestrian waiting area of a controlled traffic crossing as a roadway to cut through, driving directly over the tactile paving intended for visually impaired pedestrians.
• The Law: Pedestrian crossings are strictly regulated under the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions (TSRGD). Driving a motor vehicle through the pedestrian-only sidewalk approaches of a crossing is a severe moving traffic violation."

A screen capture of a reply from Gemini: "3. Endangering Pedestrians (Careless or Dangerous Driving)
The footage shows active pedestrians—including a man walking right past the van—using the pavement and crossing at the exact moment the van is driving through.
• The Law: Because the driver is operating a heavy commercial vehicle in an area explicitly designated for vulnerable road users, this crosses the threshold from a simple technical offence into Driving Without Due Care and Attention (Section 3 of the Road Traffic Act 1988) or potentially Dangerous Driving (Section 2).
What are the likely penalties?
Given that this incident was caught on camera with a clear view of the vehicle and surroundings:
• Penalty Points: A court or police review of this footage would likely result in an endorsable offence, carrying 3 to 9 penalty points on the driver's licence.
• Prosecution: Because of the direct proximity to pedestrians on a crossing, the police frequently fast-track these specific cases straight to a Magistrates' Court prosecution rather than offering a simple fixed penalty ticket."

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 05/10/2026

Slam-dunk breach of Section 72 of the Highway Act and Section 34 of the Road Traffic Act here.

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 19/09/2026

Omg. Although I'm gutted that #Octopus haven't yet set up our outgoing tariff 😡

A graph showing negative electricity prices for tomorrow from midnight until 5pm on Octopus' Agile tariff

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 17/09/2026

Impatient drivers and zebra crossings are not a good combination...

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 29/06/2026

So sick of this bullshit. At 20mph there are drivers half a mile away being prioritised over these people

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 16/06/2026

@manxinwales.bsky.social It’s amazing what turns up during a large clear out of departmental storage spaces!

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 12/06/2026

Shop around and you can get a top-of-the-range model from a couple of years ago for less than this years entry-level model. Add a cycle-to-work scheme if your employer offers it and get 25-50% off, and pay by installments.

2024 model Gazelle Grenoble C5, with panniers & front rack, parked at home in a bike shed

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 07/06/2026

Always good to see the #Waverley visiting the pier.

The Waverley paddle steamer docked at Penarth pier

The Waverly paddle steamer pulling away from Penarth pier

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 05/06/2026

I hope you're not in Wales, otherwise it would just be pictures of this guy:

A picture of ex Welsh Conservative leader Andrew RT Davies. He is well known for complaining about pretty much everything

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 04/06/2026

If only I'd know this in 2017. I remember being blown away by the beach cruisers with surf board attachments!

Parked beach cruiser with attached bracket for carrying a surfboard

Person cycling along a street with surfboard attached to bike

View across the San Lorenzo river towards the Santa Cruz boardwalk amusement park

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 11/05/2026

I don't think the "car dependancy should be protected" or "people using public transport, walking or cycling are privileged" is the argument he thinks it is 🤷 Owning a car is expensive. Why doesn't he want 'ordinary working families' to have an alternative? 1/2

Neil McEvoy arguing that car-dependancy is a good thing and that cheaper alternatives - public transport, walking or cycling - are only for people with 'privileged lifestyles'

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 08/05/2026

I'll take that as a win. And llongyfarchiadau @anthonyslaughter.bsky.social 👏

Screenshot listing winning candidates in Caerdydd Penarth

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 05/05/2026

Took a while, but after regular nagging to C2C the contractor begrudgingly complied and allowed access for bikes. Should’ve been fined really. Small win but satisfying.

A collage containing two images one above the other.
Above shows the before images: a road blocked by a contractor for storage
Below shows after: the same blockage but with a gap large enough to allow access for cycling.

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 23/04/2026

Tempted to post this to a Reform FB/twitter/etc group and see how much it gets shared before people notice 😂

Hilarious AI generated image of George Lucas dressed as Saint George with the text "Happy St. George's Day"

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 01/03/2026

Wow, the new series of Star Trek leaves a lot to be desired

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 25/02/2026

Good to see low standards of driving in the UK being maintained. Actually, blocking ASLs and driving/parking on pavements is probably on the test by now 🤷

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 15/01/2026

Here’s one that I encountered the other day outside Albert Primary in Penarth. (Welsh translation: don’t park here)

Road crossing outside a primary school with a car parked half across it and the pavement. In front is a cut-out in the shape of a child with a sign reading ‘peidiwch a pharcio yma’ (don’t park here)

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 03/01/2026

There’s no denying that it’s now pogie season 🥶🥶🥶🚲

A long-tail cargo bike with pogies (permanently attached furry mittens) attached to the handlebars

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 22/12/2025

A digital advertising screen masquerading as a public service. This is more public space sacrificed to private profit, driving consumerism in a time of climate emergency vogonline.planning-register.co.uk/Planning/Dis... @adblockcardiff.bsky.social @adfreecities.bsky.social

A planning application for a ‘digital communication kiosk with integrated defibrillator and advertising display’

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 21/12/2025

Now and then you spot a glimmer of hope in the wild. Spotted this in deepest darkest Merthyr today:

Poster on a lamppost in the style of an online capcha consisting of a tiled picture of 5 Reforn UK MPs and the text: “Select all squares with bastards, click verify when there are none left”

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 02/12/2025

Sums up UK cycling infrastructure in one picture. Painted cycle ‘lane’ unusable so no way to reach the ASL, which is blocked by a car anyway 🤷‍♂️

A cyclist approaching a junction on a road with leaves covering the painted cycle lane, and a motor vehicle waiting in the ASL bike box

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 01/12/2025

Incredibly slippy this morning on the Hayes. I wonder what caused this danger? And how could I be covered in oil after I'd picked myself up off the floor? 🤔🤷 @cardiffcouncil.bsky.social @cardiffcyclecity.bsky.social

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 21/11/2025

Example of the difference between public & private liability risk assessment. Ask yourself: for safety reasons, is lighting essential on a walking (and cycling) route to & from a popular destination? Cardiff Council ❌ Private event (Cardiff Halloween Festival) ✅

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 03/11/2025

I always wonder what sort of person just casually throws litter on the floor. How do they justify it in their heads?

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 16/10/2025

"[encourage] lower levels of vehicle ownership, freeing up road space for those who need it most." This is what the civic centre looks like, and will continue to look like under these plans:

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 12/09/2025

My days of faffing around with snare drum mic stands are DONE 🙌

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 10/08/2025

Yes yes, DJ Dom Whiting bringing some much needed bike-powered drum & bass to the drivers of Cardiff

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 16/07/2025

So sick of this bullshit. At 20mph there are drivers half a mile away being prioritised over these people

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 26/06/2025

I always wondered how much I could trust drivers to obey these road markings. Driver saw me and ignored me. Another example of how paint ≠ infrastructure @cardiffcyclecity.bsky.social @rantyhighwayman.bsky.social @waterslee.bsky.social @cardiffcouncil.bsky.social

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 11/06/2025

I can confirm. Drivers' law-breaking is now so prolific that the police have stopped taking action, making my journeys that bit more dangerous

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 21/01/2025

So @cardiffcouncil.bsky.social closed the cycleway for a week and then these freshly painted zig-zags have appeared. Are they really necessary? At least it's not a light-controlled crossing like on Wood St. 😂 (cc. @rantyhighwayman.bsky.social)

A cycleway running past a bus stop with zebra markings and recently added zig-zags

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 17/12/2024

Highway code, rule H2: At a junction you should give way to pedestrians crossing or waiting to cross a road into which or from which you are turning Drivers:

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 10/12/2024

Back in the olden days we were lucky to get a handful of people at our meetings. Big congrats to @cardiffcyclecity.bsky.social for a packed-out award ceremony last night, presented by Mark Drakeford and @waterslee.bsky.social

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 30/11/2024

Apologies for crashing your conversation but we rode this route in 2017 on our honeymoon, but stuck to the coast. Breezed past a long line of cars queueing to get into the town, and couldn’t believe all the space gifted to parking. Photo at Pleasure Point Park

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 29/11/2024

Cycle/mobility/scooter/skater lanes with a floating bus stop that's been there for at least 20 years without the sky falling in. Bonus points for motor-traffic-specific sign, fallen over, blocking half the lane 🤷

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Drew Mabey @drewmabey.eurosky.social · 19/11/2024

Perfectly normal responses to a reasonable complaint (on the hellsite) about the lengthy pedestrian waiting time at a busy set of lights. I guess some people are still subservient to their motoring superiors, probably bowing as they scuttle across after gratefully waiting a mere half an hour 🤷

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