South Gloucestershire Council continues investment in active and sustainable travel options for local people
South Gloucestershire Council has unveiled proposals for further investment in active and sustainable travel along a major commuter route. A six-week consultation has been launched on proposals to improve bus, walking, wheeling (the use of a wheelchair, mobility scooter or pushchair) and cycling facilities along the A432, including Station Road in Yate and the Badminton […]
New bike share scheme launched in Worcester
A brand new bike and e-bike share scheme has hit the streets of Worcester today, boosting access to sustainable transport and contributing towards cutting traffic congestion, while boosting air quality and public health. Operated by UK-based shared sustainable transport providers, Beryl, in partnership with Worcester City Council, the scheme will comprise 175 e-bikes and 50 […]
Hull businesses secure ‘star’ status by supporting staff to choose sustainable travel options
Four of Hull’s most notable businesses and organisations have received national certification for their workplace travel plans which encourage and support their workforces, around 2,530 staff, to walk, cycle and use public transport for their daily commute. The Deep and the Holiday Inn Hull Marina have received Good Travel Plan (Bronze) awards from Modeshift STARS […]
Liverpool outlines roadmap to reduce car usage in climate change battle
Liverpool City Council is to set out its key transport priorities for the next four years as part of its ambition to achieve Carbon net-zero status and tackle climate change. A report to the Council’s Cabinet next week (Tuesday, September 19) will seek approval for the adoption of a wide-ranging Transport Plan. This will include number […]
Newham announces £51m for active and sustainable travel
Newham Council has announced £51m for an active and sustainable travel programme (2023-2031), with £5m allocated for 2023/24. The projects that will be funded will enable and encourage more active and sustainable trips to be made in the borough, which will, in turn, deliver on our air quality, public health and neighbourhood objectives to build […]
West Dunbartonshire launches public consultations on sustainable travel plans
Residents are being given the opportunity to shape and influence West Dunbartonshire’s transport future to ensure better value, fairer and greener modes of travel. A consultation launched this week is asking for views on the ways people get around the area is being launched as part of the Council’s Active and Sustainable Travel Strategy and […]