Government announces £290m funding boost for active travel projects

James Murray
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Government announces £290m funding boost for active travel projects

Around 300 miles of new walkways and cycle lanes to be built following new funding for Active Travel England, delivering a boost for local economies and improved air quality

England is set to get 300 miles of new walkways and cycle lanes, after the government confirmed nearly £300m in funding for Active Travel England. The new funding package will also deliver upgraded...

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