Jaded said:If you ride at 18mph or more you are advised to ride on the road anyway by the DfT.
That is the tone I took (succesfully) locally
I pointed out that at 20 mph it was unsafe to use a cycle path that is the main route to a school. I was complying with DfT advice by using the road where the speed was appropriate.
Several replies were supportive, including one form a parent thanking me for the consideration!