Low Traffic Future

There were quite a few small changes between the draft NPPF and the one that UK government put out a few weeks ago. My thoughts on these and what they mean for development in England over on the @cyclinguk.bsky.social blog: www.cyclinguk.org/blog/three-p...

Low Traffic Future are looking forward to attending Active Travel England's Making Active Places 2026 this week in Manchester. Our new CEO, Abby Coften will be there on Tuesday and Roger Geffen, LTF's Campaigner will be attending Wednesday. Do look out for them and say hello if you see them!

It's not too late to register for tonights session on Local Transport Plans! Join us online at 8pm 😎 actionnetwork.org/events/new-l...

Not long until our next free webinar! On Monday we'll be going through the Local Transport Plan process, and the opportunities for local campaigners... please share! lowtrafficfuture.org.uk/2026/09/03/u...

Influencing your Local Transport Plan is a key opportunity to secure improvements to make it easier to get around by public and shared transport or active travel. Join us at our online event on Monday to learn more about Local Transport Plans actionnetwork.org/events/new-l...

They've got a bus stop, now they just need some buses! 🤞🏾 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Ditching the school run traffic this year? 🚲Will you try walking, wheeling, or cycling to school with your kids? It’s a great way to boost their morning energy and sneak in some daily fitness. Let us know how you’ll be getting to the school gates! 👇

Rural car-dependence is not inevitable. lowtrafficfuture.org.uk/portfolio-it...

For “economic growth in every postcode” to go from being a promise to reality, National Highways surely needs to start investing in local connections that make a tangible difference to communities throughout the country. transportactionnetwork.org.uk/national-hig...

Ensure new homes are located & designed to support travel by walking, cycling, public & shared transport! Joint letter with Better Planning Coalition to Steve Reed 👇@uk100.org @cprecountryside.bsky.social @mumsforlungs.bsky.social @transportaction.bsky.social www.transportxtra.com/publications...

Our digital hustings questions are now live to all candidates! The first to respond is @geraldinecoggins.bsky.social on a question from Adam Thomson on pavement parking. @cleancitiescampaign.org @mumsforlungs.bsky.social @mcrfoe.bsky.social @ramblers.org.uk @lowtrafficfuture.bsky.social

A new campaign in Cumbria and the Lake District is encouraging people to leave the car at home for short journeys www.thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk/news/2641399...

Good to see @lowtrafficfuture.bsky.social's research tinyurl.com/bwezamyn quoted in @thecccuk.bsky.social's report on how English councils can help tackle the climate crisis tinyurl.com/29tyu8hn. See also our updated Cllrs' and campaigners' guide to good Local Transport Plans tinyurl.com/pmcpv9k6.

There were NO transport question at last week's Greater Manchester Mayor's Hustings. So we're running a digital one: film a video question (Portrait mode, name + area, keep it specific), WhatsApp it +447808 365542, and we'll put the best to every candidate. www.walkridegm.org.uk/transport-fo...

"It can prevent some quite scary diseases - cardiovascular disease, cancers - I think healthcare providers now more than ever are seeing active travel as a way to prevent that." - Amy Woollaston www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Making public transport fully accessible would improve people's lives AND boost the economy! www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...

@boltongreenparty.bsky.social Hi there. We were wondering if you had received our email, and if you could confirm your support (or not!) for our 'Vote Low Traffic' campaign? Thank you 😎 lowtrafficfuture.org.uk/betterplanfo...

Low traffic levels are a win for everyone. Frees up the roads for people who have no option but use a car, and helps those who would like to use the bus, walk, or cycle, or a mix of these.

Sick of the bus being stuck in traffic? 🚌 Reducing car use clears the way for more reliable, frequent public transport. Use our guides to ask local candidates how they’ll get your community moving: 🔗 lowtrafficfuture.org.uk/vote-low-tra... #VoteLowTraffic #Buses

Bike hangars are brilliant because lack of secure storage is an obstacle to getting more people cycling more often. But to set the charge such that residents of some of the least affluent communities in Wales are paying more than folk in Islington is a massive own goal www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

🗳️ Local elections are coming! Do you want streets where children can play, the air is clean, and buses actually work? It’s time to #VoteLowTraffic. Check out our campaign hub for everything you need: 🔗 lowtrafficfuture.org.uk/vote-low-tra... #LocalElections2026 #England

New and reopened lines and stations have the power to transform communities, so we're thrilled to see three new stations open on the Camp Hill Line in Birmingham today, giving locals access to services for the first time since World War II! www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Thriving high streets need people, not just cars. 🛍️ Low-traffic areas boost footfall and help local shops grow by making streets more inviting places to visit. Champion a vibrant local economy this election: 🔗 lowtrafficfuture.org.uk/vote-low-tra... #ShopLocal #HighStreets

Yes, research from the IPPR found that the average UK household spends £87 a week on transport, this rises to £108 if they own a car. And transport spending is regressive: the poorest fifth of households spend 18% of their income on transport, compared to 11% on average, and 9% for the richest.

Transport is a huge household expense. 📉 By making walking, cycling, and public transport safer and easier, we can lower the cost of travel for everyone. See how to advocate for cheaper, fairer travel options: 🔗 lowtrafficfuture.org.uk/vote-low-tra... #CostOfLiving #SafeStreets

🗳️ Local elections are coming up this May! Do you want streets where children can play, air is clean, and public transport actually works? It’s time to #VoteLowTraffic. 🚲🚌🚶 Check out our new campaign page for everything you need to make your voice heard: lowtrafficfuture.org.uk/vote-low-tra...

It’s time to act for clean air. We’ve teamed up with 25+ organisations to call for bolder action on air pollution from London’s future councillors. Check out healthyairlondon.co.uk to find out more and email your current councillors - or sign our pledge if you’re a candidate in London!

We've updated our 'Vote Low Traffic' toolkit! If you / your group want to press parties/candidates in May's local elections to help cut people's motoring or taxi costs and reduce oil imports, by making other transport options easier/cheaper, visit ... www.lowtrafficfuture.org.uk/vote-low-traffic

Walking, wheeling and cycling saved the NHS almost £2 billion last year by preventing around 150,000 long-term health conditions, according to a @walkwheelcyclet.bsky.social report airqualitynews.com/headlines/ac...

We had a blast at the #GMGreenSummit last Tuesday! 🌱 From handing out leaflets to chatting with brilliant delegates, one thing is clear: Manchester wants safer, cleaner, and better-connected streets. Respond to the LTP consultation by Monday! ⏰ abetterplanforgm.co.uk

Pete Lowy, @leedsunited.com Director, calls for a tram link between Elland Road and Leeds city centre, saying 'that kind of transportation will open up the whole area of south Leeds.' www.bbc.com/news/article...

Thanks Andy! Here's the link in case anyone's looking for it: lowtrafficfuture.org.uk/betterplanfo...

I just wrote a @lowtrafficfuture.bsky.social letter: Demand a Better Plan for a Greater Manchester! @walkridegm.org.uk @walkriderochdale.org.uk Write one here:

Our survey asks, what needs to change, to improve rail travel? Here's what one respondent in East Anglia said. Please fill in the survey and share your views: bettertransport.org.uk/campaigns/ra...

To what extent is transport limiting your ability to participate fully in society? @sfrost.bsky.social shared some interesting statistics on this from a recent study during our webinar. You can watch the recording of it on our website lowtrafficfuture.org.uk/2026/01/13/e...

Want to get more involved in making our streets safer and greener? We have the perfect way to kick things off! Join us and @sfrost.bsky.social on Monday 12th Jan for our free webinar, Everyday Concerns: What People Want From Transport actionnetwork.org/events/every...

🚨Event! Tackling Car-dependent New Housing 🚨 Join us and @sfrost.bsky.social, former head of transport policy at the Institute for Public Policy Research as we discuss the public’s views on transport and what it means. 🚗🚌 🗓️ Register now (it's free!) actionnetwork.org/events/every...

Are there any interesting local schemes near you making it easier to access a bike?

Well over 100 people registered for our latest webinar which starts at 6pm. There's still time to sign up. We'll be recording the event to share as well... Low Traffic Future - Tackling Car-dependent New Housing actionnetwork.org/events/tackl...

Two days until our latest webinar! Keen to understand how we can build more homes without creating a load of extra traffic? Then this one is for you! Join us and Jenny Raggett from Transport for New Homes 🏘️ Book now. It's free to attend 😎 actionnetwork.org/events/tackl...

🚨Event! Tackling Car-dependent New Housing 🚨 Join us and Jenny Raggett, Director and Project Coordinator at Transport for New Homes as we discuss local campaigning to resist car-dependent new developments 🚗🚌 🗓️ Register now (it's free!)

We’ve joined forces across civil society & have written a joint letter to the HM Treasury advising urgent tax reform on the UK’s heaviest, most polluting cars. We’re calling for change: a straightforward large vehicle levy, that would raise nearly £2bn for vital public investment. #AutumnBudget

📢Looks like a very useful @lowtrafficfuture.bsky.social event! Stuck in the Slow Lane: Tackling Car Dependency. actionnetwork.org/events/commu...

Next May, voters across England will head to the polls for local and mayoral elections. These elections are a big opportunity to put traffic reduction and better transport options firmly on the agenda! Join us next week for a free event to get ready 😀 actionnetwork.org/events/vote-...

How do we persuade decision-makers, politicians, and communities to take bold action on traffic reduction? Join us and Izzy @wearepossible.bsky.social for this free one-hour online session to explore the art of communicating the case for reducing car dependence. actionnetwork.org/events/commu...