News · 12 June 2026

60% of children to walk/cycle to school by 2035

England aims for 60% of kids to walk or cycle to school by 2035, a big jump from today's 47%. The Department for Transport announced the goal, backed by £4.5bn to build 5,000 new routes and 10,000 safer crossings by 2030. They will also spend £135m on training children to walk and cycle safely, creating healthier communities.

By BriefTea Editorial · 12 June 2026 at 16:15

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