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Transport statistics show the urgent need for walking and cycling investment

Figures released today show an increasing number of people in Scotland were walking to work and school in 2019. Campaigners say this shows there is a demand for safer pedestrian…

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Low Emission Zone delay shows Scottish Government ‘not serious’ about air pollution action

People in Scottish cities are people forced to breathe toxic traffic fumes for another year.

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Scottish Government support for Heathrow expansion cannot continue in Climate Emergency

The Scottish Government has reaffirmed its commitment to a third runway being built at Heathrow, despite the climate impacts.

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Council-owned buses would be boost to public health in Aberdeen, say campaigners

An affordable, reliable bus service run in the public interest will improve air quality, reduce climate emissions, and make the city safer for everyone.

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Low Emission Zone delay puts everyone at risk, say campaigners

The longstanding need to take action on air pollution to improve public health is only heightened by coronavirus.

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Welcome for road re-allocation measures to create space for social distancing

The Cabinet Secretary’s move will help create Space for People to safely socially distance.

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Expand public space to allow for social distancing, say campaigners

Scottish Councils urged to follow international examples and widen footpaths and expand cycle lanes

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Call for free public transport for NHS workers

Campaigners make call as Scottish Govt gives financial support to bus industry.

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Scottish Budget announcement a strong step towards changing transport

Deal secures free bus travel for young people and extra funding for walking & cycling.

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