Low Traffic Future

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🚨 LAST CHANCE: Today is the final day to demand a better transport plan for Greater Manchester!

An 8% traffic reduction isn't enough to reach Net Zero by 2038 or make our streets safe for everyone. 🚲🚌

abetterplanforgm.co.uk

People stand in front of a yellow 'Demand a Better Plan' banner outside a green wall at the Co-op Live in Manchester

A sea of people inside the Co-op Live in Manchester, at an event

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! ⏰

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'Build tram to Elland Road', Leeds United director Pete Lowy says Pete Lowy calls on political leaders to develop a tram link between Leeds' home ground and the city.

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...

A Better Plan for GM Transport for Greater Manchester (TFGM) is currently consulting on the future of transport in the city region - see here. Their Vision includes fine words about making Greater Manchester’s transport s...

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

Low Traffic Future (@lowtrafficfuture.bsky.social) Our vision is a world with clean air, safe streets, vibrant communities, a stable climate and healthy natural environment for future generations. Join us at http://lowtrafficfuture.org.uk

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:

A quote from a survey respondent in East Anglia which says, "Do something about the endless, endless engineering works. Will they ever stop?"

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...

Everyday Concerns: What People Want From Transport | Stephen Frost Stephen Frost is the former head of transport policy at the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) where he focused on climate policy, social justice and public engagement in decision making. Pri...

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...

Everyday concerns: What people want from transport Stephen Frost is the former head of transport policy at the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) where he focused on climate policy, social justice and public engagement in decision making. Pri...

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...

Everyday concerns: What people want from transport Stephen Frost is the former head of transport policy at the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) where he focused on climate policy, social justice and public engagement in decision making. Pri...

🚨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...

Wheel of a bicycle. Student Bike Hire. Travel Sustainable. £35 per semester. https://onlineshop.shef.ac.uk/product-catalogue/professional-services/estates-facilities-management/estates-facilities-management/student-bicycle-hire

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

Low Traffic Future - Tackling Car-dependent New Housing With Jenny Raggett, Director and Project Coordinator at Transport for New Homes. Jenny will share her personal experiences of local campaigning to resist car-dependent new developments, while pressin...

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

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Low Traffic Future - Tackling Car-dependent New Housing With Jenny Raggett, Director and Project Coordinator at Transport for New Homes. Jenny will share her personal experiences of local campaigning to resist car-dependent new developments, while pressin...

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...

Low Traffic Future - Local Campaigner Feedback Session Thank you for taking the time to respond to our survey, inviting your views on how Low Traffic Future can best support you in pressing for a low traffic future in your area.. We would now like to inv...

🚨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

Stuck in the Slow Lane: Tackling Car Dependency Reserve your place now and be part of the conversation about how we turn the tide on traffic.

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

Thanks for sharing! Really appreciate it :-)

Low Traffic Future - Local Campaigner Feedback Session Thank you for taking the time to respond to our survey, inviting your views on how Low Traffic Future can best support you in pressing for a low traffic future in your area.. We would now like to inv...

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-...

Low Traffic Future - Local Campaigner Feedback Session Thank you for taking the time to respond to our survey, inviting your views on how Low Traffic Future can best support you in pressing for a low traffic future in your area.. We would now like to inv...

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.
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This Wed (8th Oct), I will be contributing to a webinar about how the Government's #planning and #devolution reforms could support #LowTrafficHomes, with safe streets, great public transport, homes close to schools / shops / etc, and attractive outdoor space. To register, visit tinyurl.com/2yh3cux6.

Banner image showing a cartoon streetscape with tram at the centre. Headline reads 'Stuck in the Slow Lane: Tackling Car Dependency'

🚨 Event incoming!
🗓️ Thursday 16th Oct 2025. 8–9pm

Stuck in the Slow Lane: Tackling Car Dependency 🚗↘️

Join us and Izzy from @wearepossible.bsky.social where we explore the art of communicating the case for reducing car dependence

🔗 Register now (it's free!) actionnetwork.org/events/commu...

What Happens When Real People Try e-Cargo Bikes? YouTube video by Global Cycling Network

Cargo bikes. They're not for everyone, but for a lot of people they can and do replace a lot of car trips. Good news for people that want less traffic.

Must watch video on cargo bike research 😎

Scotland has had free bus travel for people aged five to 21 since 2022! Will England be next? 👀

Young people to get £1 bus fares across Wales From 1 September, single fares will cost £1 and a full day pass will cost £3 for those aged 16 to 21.

£1 bus fare for young people in Wales 😍https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c93dvw0dp2yo

Walk to school Our walk to school initiatives, stories, challenges and more.

School is back in session! 🎓
We’re already excited about our #WOWTopTen Autumn challenge, which begins in October. Step up to the challenge and walk, wheel, cycle or scoot this school term.
Find out how you can get involved here: www.livingstreets.org.uk/walk-to-scho...

Happy to read this! We need a better 603 In London to cut school traffic as well!

Two new Brighton bus routes aim to help ease school traffic Brighton council is seeking to limit school run car trips to reduce traffic and improve air quality.

Two new bus routes aim to help ease school traffic in Brighton and Hove 🥳
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

That one works even better!

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Brings a certain Alanis Morissette song to mind

Looks incredible!