The Scottish Government has denied it has plans to introduce a road tax on cyclists.

Media reports have suggested Holyrood is considering a cycling tax in its draft Cycling Action Plan for Scotland (CAPS), which aims to ensure that 10% of all journeys are taken by bicycle by 2020.

But a government spokesperson ruled out such a move, despite the CAPS consultation document asking: ‘Should all road users pay road tax? If so, how much should it be for cyclists and how could it be enforced?’ The final action plan will be published by the end of the year.