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Third Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy
15 June 2026
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Transport
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At a Glance
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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