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ACT welcomes new Buy-Now, Pay-Later protections for cycle shoppers

The ACT has welcomed new rules protecting Buy-Now, Pay-Later shoppers, which came into force this week.

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84% of Britons can't tell a legal e-bike from an illegal one, as industry launches E-Bike Positive trust mark

New polling reveals the public cannot tell a road-legal e-bike from a non-road-legal one, as the two main cycle industry bodies, the Bicycle Association (BA) and the ACT, launch a new safety...

14 Jul 2026, more…

Rising employment costs threaten to end the Saturday job pipeline into Britain's cycle trade, says ACT

The ACT has warned that rising employment costs are quietly killing off one of the industry's most important entry points,  that being the traditional Saturday job.

1 Jul 2026, more…

Police e-bike compliance, enforcement and safety training courses launched by Cytech training provider

A new specialist police training course focused on e-bike compliance, enforcement and safety has been launched by Cytech training provider and ACT member Activate Cycle Academy to help forces...

30 Jun 2026, more…

BNPL Regulation Changes on the Horizon

Retailers offering Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) or other short-term interest-free credit options should be aware of important regulatory changes taking effect from 15 July 2026.

26 Jun 2026, more…

ACT supporting free bike check campaign run by bike charity Cycling UK

The ACT is backing a nationwide campaign from Cycling UK aimed at helping more people get back on their bikes with free safety checks and simple repairs this summer.

24 Jun 2026, more…

Mixed response from cycling industry to Government's announcement of £4.5bn investment over next 5 years

Cycling industry leaders and campaigners have given a mixed response to the Government’s new £4.5 billion Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy (CWIS3), with some describing it as...

18 Jun 2026, more…

Working with E-bikes: The Insurance Angle

If you stock e-bikes, you may need to re-read your policy because a generic shop or retail insurance policy is unlikely to cut it these days. Unless you have a policy designed to accommodate...

15 Jun 2026, more…

Inaugural Local Bike Shop Week hailed a major success as ACT Director visits winning bike shop

The first ever Local Bike Shop Week has been hailed a major success, as the Association of Cycle Traders Director made a personal visit to present the inaugural Local Bike Shop Awards winner...

12 Jun 2026, more…

Local Bike Shop Week delivers engagement and awareness as industry, media and indie retailers unite across the UK

Local Bike Shop Week has delivered a successful nationwide campaign, bringing together major cycling media, leading industry partners and, most importantly, independent bike shops across the UK...

11 Jun 2026, more…

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Pre-registration now open for inaugural cycling industry event CIN Live 2025

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Pre-registration now open for inaugural cycling industry event CIN Live 2025

Posted on 29 Aug 2025

Pre-registration has now opened for the very first Cycling Industry News Live (CIN Live) show, taking place on Sunday 14 and Monday 15 September 2025 at NAEC Stoneleigh, Warwickshire.

CIN Live
CIN Live

The Association of Cycle Traders (ACT) will be in attendance across the two-day event, with Director Jonathan Harrison hosting a panel of experts as part of the programme.

ACT member and Cytech training provider Activate Cycle Academy will also deliver two seminars, including an in-depth look at Cytech Technical One, Two and Three as well as specialist e-bike training.

CIN Live 2025 is designed for bike shops, workshops, mobile mechanics, distributors, brands, importers and service providers, offering a mix of education, market insight and product showcases, with the exhibitor line-up featuring major names from the UK cycle trade alongside new and emerging brands, creating an opportunity to see fresh product and strengthen trade relationships.

Visitors will also benefit from a packed seminar programme aimed at bike shops, workshops and mechanics, offering practical training, expert panels and insights to apply directly in business. Networking is central to the event, with highlights including a Sunday evening BBQ bringing the trade together in an informal setting.

Show Director Jerry Ramsdale said: “The response to the show has exceeded our initial expectations. The breadth of exhibitors supporting the show has been fantastic and we’re really excited to get them all under one roof and welcome the whole industry along to CIN Live 2025!”

Those wishing to attend can pre-register now via the link here.

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