Independent researcher John Franklin analysed data in Australia, the first country to make cycle helmets compulsory.

BBC: Cyclist

The British Medical Association is also concerned that making cycle helmets compulsory would put many people off cycling, and that the resulting lack of exercise would be more dangerous than the risk of head injuries.

BBC: Cyclist

It quoted a named examiner at a seminar on GCSE history as telling teachers that a compulsory question in the exam "goes through a cycle".

BBC: Government calls for 'fundamental reform' of exam system