David Riddell
@davidriddell.bsky.social
Exeter, UK. Research programme manager by day, former trustee by night. Bikes, environment, community, dogs and cats.
CrossCountry has to be the worst UK train company doesn't it? Trains are always jam packed, with mostly reserved seats. This is why I travel to Aberdeen via London rather than the west coast mainline.
August 19, 2025 at 9:32 AM
CrossCountry has to be the worst UK train company doesn't it? Trains are always jam packed, with mostly reserved seats. This is why I travel to Aberdeen via London rather than the west coast mainline.
Why do drivers bang on about cyclists wearing hi viz and helmets when they can't even avoid poles that have lights on them? If they can knock over a metal pole then a helmet won't do much.
July 27, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Why do drivers bang on about cyclists wearing hi viz and helmets when they can't even avoid poles that have lights on them? If they can knock over a metal pole then a helmet won't do much.
Reposted by David Riddell
the year is 2029. i start my work day by logging into the authentication app and plugging a six digit code from my phone into the computer. after repeating this process 300 more times for every application and website i use, i am finally ready to get to work. it is now 5pm and time to go home
June 12, 2025 at 3:05 PM
the year is 2029. i start my work day by logging into the authentication app and plugging a six digit code from my phone into the computer. after repeating this process 300 more times for every application and website i use, i am finally ready to get to work. it is now 5pm and time to go home
Why on earth are systems still asking for these ridiculous and proven to be counterproductive passwords?
February 18, 2025 at 8:22 AM
Why on earth are systems still asking for these ridiculous and proven to be counterproductive passwords?
Now I've got a horrible mental image of Musk and Trump's backside... @alastaircampbell2.bsky.social @restispolitics.bsky.social
January 30, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Now I've got a horrible mental image of Musk and Trump's backside... @alastaircampbell2.bsky.social @restispolitics.bsky.social
Does Lord Rose have any evidence to back up this claim? Considering he has little in common with any of the people he's talking about. BBC News - Working from home is 'not proper work', says ex-Asda boss - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Working from home is 'not proper work', says ex-Asda boss
Lord Rose says it harms productivity but expert says hybrid work can be as good as full-time in the office.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 20, 2025 at 8:40 AM
Does Lord Rose have any evidence to back up this claim? Considering he has little in common with any of the people he's talking about. BBC News - Working from home is 'not proper work', says ex-Asda boss - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Pretty lazy and confusing article in @theguardian.com about the perceived conflict between 'ebikers' & other cyclists. For the benefit of @zoesqwilliams.bsky.social I think they mean rental ebikes. This sort of confusing article really stokes the anti-cycling people.
January 15, 2025 at 7:54 AM
Pretty lazy and confusing article in @theguardian.com about the perceived conflict between 'ebikers' & other cyclists. For the benefit of @zoesqwilliams.bsky.social I think they mean rental ebikes. This sort of confusing article really stokes the anti-cycling people.
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“A new cost-benefit study in New Zealand finds that investments in cycling and walking facilities outweigh the costs of building them by 10 to 1. The research found that the most important economic benefits were health gains from use of active transport.” ebikes-international.com/new-study-in...
November 28, 2024 at 6:14 AM
Snowmaggedon in Exeter this morning!
November 21, 2024 at 9:28 AM
Snowmaggedon in Exeter this morning!
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"According to one American study, published in the Journal of Safety Research, children are eight times more likely to die when struck by an SUV compared with an average passenger car."
Monsters of the road: what should the UK do about SUVs?
They have higher emissions, hog roadspace and are more dangerous for other road users. Yet SUVs are selling better than ever. As calls for curbs increase, some people are taking matters into their own...
www.theguardian.com
November 5, 2023 at 1:04 PM
"According to one American study, published in the Journal of Safety Research, children are eight times more likely to die when struck by an SUV compared with an average passenger car."