UK: NATIONAL CYCLE NETWORK LAUNCHED
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The 5,000-mile cycle network covering the bulk of the UK will be formally opened on 21 June 2000 and it is hoped will be socially, environmentally and economically beneficial. Around GB[pound] 200mn has been devoted to purchasing land and laying down tracks and the ultimate aim is to open a 10,000-mile network, resulting in 100mn journeys by pedal power per year.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2000
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UK: SPECIAL DISC FOR OVERSEAS HAULIERS?
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In an effort to prevent further protests over fuel, the government is contemplating making overseas lorry drivers purchase special discs which would allow them to operate in Britain. British firms would be able to purchase their disc more cheaply than overseas hauliers. Other options include a secure credit card for hauliers so they buy fuel more cheaply and a new tax rebates system and vehicle excise duty reductions for lorries. It seems unlikely the government will agree to a cut in fuel duty for all motorists as a 2p cut would cost the Treasury GB3 1bn a year.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2000
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