Active Travel: Sustrans Modelling

In the House of Commons, a minister addressed the potential role of Sustrans' tool for modelling and forecasting cycling levels in the promotion of active travel. The minister indicated that they would be having discussions with Sustrans, the sustainable transport charity, to explore how this tool could be utilized to support and encourage increased levels of cycling across the country. The minister's statement suggests that the government recognizes the importance of active travel, such as cycling, in addressing various challenges, including environmental concerns, public health, and transportation issues. By engaging with Sustrans and exploring the capabilities of their modelling and forecasting tool, the government aims to gain insights that could inform policy decisions and initiatives to promote cycling and other forms of active travel. The minister's willingness to have these discussions with Sustrans demonstrates a collaborative approach, where the government seeks to leverage the expertise and resources of external organizations to develop effective strategies for encouraging and facilitating active travel. This aligns with the broader efforts to create more sustainable and livable communities, where citizens have access to safe and convenient options for walking, cycling, and other forms of active transportation. Overall, the minister's statement reflects the government's commitment to exploring innovative solutions and partnerships to drive the adoption of active travel, which can have far-reaching benefits for the environment, public health, and the overall quality of life in communities across the country.