Which party’s general election pledges are best for cyclists?
by Laura Laker from on (#4VXEQ)
We compare the manifestos, from Labour's 8.2bn a year to the Tories' pothole fund
In an election dominated by Brexit, the climate crisis and the NHS, cycling is not most people's top priority. However, with transport now accounting for a higher share of overall emissions than any other sector, helping people drive less and cycle more is arguably crucial in tackling climate change.
Improving conditions for cycling could help our congested, polluted towns and cities, tackle the inactivity crisis, reduce the burden on the NHS and make streets and neighbourhoods safer and more pleasant.
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