Wiltshire Council celebrating county's sustainable transport
They've spent the week highlighting ways to leave the car at home
Wiltshire Council has been celebrating all things sustainable transport during this year's Better Transport Week (ending Sunday 23rd June).
The awareness week is billed as an 'annual celebration of the transport that makes our lives better'.
The authority say that when people choose to leave their car at home and instead take the bus, train, walk or cycle, it helps to reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality, while also reducing carbon emissions – plus it can help people to save money and improve their health.
Cllr Tamara Reay, Cabinet Member for Transport and Assets, said:
“This annual celebration is a great way to recognise the benefits that sustainable transport has to offer.
“When people choose to take the bus, train, walk or cycle instead of using their car, they are not only helping the environment because sustainable transport can also help to save money and improve people’s physical and mental wellbeing. I would encourage residents to take advantage of these travel options to explore our beautiful county.
“A key priority in our Business Plan is to have well-connected, vibrant communities and that’s why we’re celebrating Better Transport Week.
“We are investing in new bus services, including the hugely successful Wiltshire Connect on-demand service in the Pewsey Vale and new Sunday services in Chippenham, Melksham and Trowbridge. We’re also committed to more cycling and walking opportunities through our Local Cycling and Walking Plans (LCWIPs).
“We’re proud of what we’ve already accomplished on our journey to make the council carbon neutral by 2030, and sustainable transport is a part of this.”