OTLEY'S MP swapped politics for pedals last week to take part in a cycling fundraiser for Guide Dogs UK.

Greg Mulholland (Lib Dem, Leeds North West) joined in the charity's static cycle challenge, which was part of Guide Dogs Week, in Headingley.

The set distance, 176 kilometres, was chosen to represent the 176 guide dogs currently working in North and West Yorkshire.

Mr Mulholland said: "I was delighted to be invited to take part in the 176km static cycle challenge to raise money and spread awareness of the efforts made by this great charity."

More information about the charity's work can be found at guidedogs.org.uk .