Cycling UK has given its initial reaction to the Welsh Government’s promise to build a “stronger, fairer, greener Wales” in its draft Budget statement.
The UK cycling charity sees the Government’s three-year commitment as a positive step which should give local authorities the confidence to fulfil their commitments as outlined in the Active Travel Act.
Gwenda Owen, Cycling UK’s spokesperson in Wales said:
“Cycling UK welcomes the Welsh Government draft budget three-year commitment to significant investment in active and sustainable transport. We hope the promise of continuing high levels of funding through the active travel infrastructure programme over the next three years will enable local authorities to be bold and better deliver on the promise of the Active Travel Act.
“Additional financial support for the planned 20mph roll out, to ensure that new schools are accessible by active travel could go a long way to creating communities where cycling is an easier choice to make.
“Transport contributes towards 20% of emissions with 56% of those journeys under five miles. Cycling UK therefore urges the Government to direct its investment towards behaviour change programmes which encourage more cycling and walking for local journeys.”
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