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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Third Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy

15 June 2026 · Department for Transport

Proposed by Heidi Alexander Lab Lewisham East

Transport

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Government has published the third Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy (CWIS3).
  • CWIS3 sets a target for 55 percent of short journeys to be made by walking or cycling by 2035.
  • The strategy plans to invest over 4.5 billion from 2025 to 2030, including 1.1 billion for Active Travel England.

Issue summary

The statement discusses the publication of the third Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy (CWIS3), outlining its vision and objectives for improving walking, wheeling, and cycling in towns and cities.

Action requested

The Government has published CWIS3, which includes a target for 55% of short stages to be walked or cycled by 2035 and aims to enable millions more children to walk, wheel, and cycle to school. The strategy projects over £4.5 billion in investment from 2025-2030, including £1.1 billion for Active Travel England.

Key facts

  • CWIS3 was published on Friday 12th June 2026.
  • By 2035, the strategy aims for 55% of short stages in towns and cities to be walked or cycled.
  • The strategy focuses on enabling millions more children to walk, wheel, and cycle to school by providing safe networks.
  • Over £4.5 billion will be invested in active travel from 2025-2030.
  • £1.1 billion is allocated for Active Travel England.
  • CWIS3 includes a target that 60% of children aged 5-16 will usually walk or cycle to school by 2035.
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