Basingstoke’s MP Maria Miller has welcomed more investment from the Government for Hampshire’s cycling and walking routes.
Maria said, “Working together with local communities this new funding will enable local authorities to come up with innovative plans for future projects that will make the most difference and serve Basingstoke community for years to come.”
This funding is part of a £101 million investment nationwide from the Government's Active Travel Fund (ATF), supporting local transport authorities with developing and constructing walking and cycling facilities.
Investment from Active Travel Fund 4 Extension alone will deliver almost 70 miles of new or improved walking and cycling routes, 154 new crossings and 47 safer junctions. This will give millions more people the option to walk, wheel or cycle, improving their health, reducing air pollution and making streets safer for all.
More information is available at https://www.gov.uk/government/news/101-million-investment-to-boost-cycling-and-walking-nationwide