On 5 July, the long-awaited DfT Access Fund for sustainable travel bidding opportunity was announced, with an application deadline of 9 September 2016. You will find all the details on the following web page:
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dft-launches-60-million-competition-to-support-sustainable-travel

If you are an Act TravelWise member, please contact Randall Ghent (randall@acttravelwise.org) if you're interested in getting training and support with your bid.

Councils across the country have won nearly £21 million of funding from the government to promote green forms of transport. The announcement of winning bids was made on Tuesday 24 May 2016.

This guide from Public Health England (published 16 May 2016) suggests a range of practical action for local authorities, from overall policy to practical implementation. It highlights the importance of community involvement and sets out steps for transport and public health practitioners.

The Department for Transport has prepared a Draft Cycling and Walking Strategy for consultation, as part of a government effort "to create a walking and cycling nation". The DfT is seeking suggestions and views in a number of specific areas. The consultation closes on 23 May 2016.