You are checking your bicycle before a journey. You see a marked cycle lane on your usual route, but it is partly blocked by parked vehicles and debris. According to the Highway Code, how should this affect your decision about using the cycle lane?

Explanation

Highway Code Rule 61 states that cyclists should use facilities such as cycle lanes and tracks where they make the journey safer and easier, but they are not obliged to use them. A cyclist should check that the lane is clear and safe to use; if it is blocked or hazardous, they may choose to ride on the main road instead, depending on their skills and the situation.