Gianni Bugno will continue to lead World Association of Professional Cyclists CPA after he was re-elected unanimously. Alongside the Italian ex-rider, Pascal Chanteur will continue in his role as Vice President and David Chassot will continue as secretary general

At the meeting in Milan, Bugno gave an overview of CPA's activities during his tenure, starting with greater independence for riders in their relationship with the UCI. "The fight to get attention and respect has been exhausting. I can not say that is is finished but we've come a long way and now our opinion plays a bigger roler in meeting where the future of cycling is determined," he said.

The possibility that riders who end their career can rely on a guarantee fundm and an increased annual minimum wage are other developments.

"For the future, the most important thing will be the participation in working groups dealing with the reform of cycling from 2017. We want to ensure that the planned changes will not mean a loss of jobs. This reform is supposed to be strategies to attract more sponsors and improve working conditions for all riders, including those who are less protected. And we’re in favour of giving value to the races that have made the history of our sport, so they don’t have to compete with the new frontiers.”

CPA will maintain their idea of ​​a UCI arbitration service to resolve legal issues more quickly and with less cost. Another important aspect is security

"We need to have a precise regulation that will help the jury to decide in extreme conditions" said Bugno who also asked for a better user of new technologies, emphasizing the use of disc brakes.

"We are very attentive, I hope the UCI will ask us before making any decision about their approval. The riders are the ones that are hoing to use them so it is fair that they are involved in the decision."