Everybody walks or wheels, even if just for very local journeys. Streets often fail to meet pedestrians' needs however. What would make walking easier in Cambridge? Read what Cambridge Living Streets' Linda Jones has to say: cambstravelalliance.org/invest-in-walking-to-build-a-sustainable-future/

This week's paper also features Linda Jones from Cambridge Living Streets, who asks 'Might walking be the ‘miracle cure’ to keep people healthier into old age?' Linda's article sets out how Cambridge must invest in walking and wheeling to build a sustainable future. @cambridgeindy.bsky.social

There are just over 24 hours left to respond to the consultation on the Local Plan! Make sure you have your say 👟🧑‍🦽 🚲 🚌 🚆 consultations.greatercambridgeplanning.org/draft-greater-cambridge-local-plan-consultation Find out what our member organisations suggest you might include. [a thread]

The annual consultation by the Combined Authority on its future spending plans is vital for bus travel. Make sure you have your say THIS WEEKEND before the consultation closes. Read our response here: cambstravelalliance.org/young-people-need-affordable-bus-travel/

What needs to happen so more people can travel by train in Cambridgeshire? Our new guest blog by Alliance member Railfuture East Anglia explores this question. cambstravelalliance.org/guest-post-by-peter-wakefield-railfuture-east-anglia-unlocking-the-full-potential-of-cambridgeshires-railway/

The Combined Authority's budget consultation is particularly important for bus travel and those who depend on it the most – young people. Read our new blog and consultation guide. The consultation closes on 12 January 2026. cambstravelalliance.org/young-people-need-affordable-bus-travel/

BREAKING NEWS! The Combined Authority Board has voted to maintain the Tiger Pass (£1 bus fares for under-25s) 🐅 🚃 🐅 This means young people in our region will benefit from £1 bus fares until at least the end of March 2027. Work now starts on a long-term plan for the Pass.

Rail travel is quick and efficient. It's a popular choice for commuting both short and long distances. What is needed so that more people have this option? Alliance ally Railfuture East Anglia describes how to unlock the full potential of the local railway in today's @cambridgeindy.bsky.social.

We are delighted that Mayor Paul Bristow is asking local council leaders to back a plan to secure the Tiger Pass (£1 bus fares for under-25s) for another year. Read more here: cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/news/mayor-a...

Education, faith and civic leaders have written to the Mayor to urge him to continue the Tiger Pass scheme (£1 bus fares for under-25s) next year. If you head up a local group, it's not too late to add your signature to the letter. cambstravelalliance.org/educational-...

The Travel Alliance is delighted to be invited, together with Jim Chisholm, to talk at the next Railfuture East Anglia meeting (open to all). "Joined-up thinking: The importance of integrated transport" Saturday 6 December, 2pm The Signal Box Community Centre railfuture.org.uk/east/meetings/

"For many young people like me, the Tiger Pass isn't a convenience, it's a necessity." Read what Long Road Sixth Form College students say about the importance of the Tiger Pass in today's @cambridgeindy.bsky.social. Local politicians will determine the future of the scheme on 18 December.

Over 20 leaders of educational, faith and civic organisations have signed an open letter to Paul Bristow coordinated by Cambridge Citizens. They call on the Mayor to reaffirm his commitment to the Tiger Pass ahead of a crucial vote on the scheme's future. tinyurl.com/TigerPassLetter

How can buses get a boost across Cambridge and South Cambridgeshire? And why should they? In our new blog we say that local politicians should back the bus at every turn. cambstravelalliance.org/boosting-buses-across-cambridge-and-south-cambridgeshire/

"Politicians must be bold and back the bus at every turn". That's the core message of our opinion piece in today's @cambridgeindy.bsky.social. We discuss how buses could be improved so they become the natural first choice to make a journey. The paper is on sale in newsagents and online.

ICYMI: "Tram-tastic! Cambs Sustainable Travel’s orbital tram proposal" cambridgetownowl.com/2025/10/30/t...

What would it take to build a tram network in Cambridge without a tunnel? Our new guest blog by Josh Grantham from considers this question. cambstravelalliance.org/do-we-really-want-trams

Do we really want a tram network in Cambridge? If we do, we'll have to make tough choices. Our new opinion piece explores what these choices might be, and whether we’d be willing to make them. Read it in this week's @cambridgeindy.bsky.social.

Passengers say that better information at bus stops makes them more likely to use the bus. Our latest blog describes how one village created bespoke bus information to boost bus use. cambstravelalliance.org/fowlmere-parish-council-creates-bespoke-bus-information-to-boost-bus-usage/

#FridayFacts. New housing developments can be designed so that it is not necessary to own a car to live a full life. In Kungsängen and Rosendal districts in Uppsala (Sweden) the bus is what people use unless they cycle or walk. Trams are also planned. @transportfornewhomes.org.uk

Six steps to improve transport in the Cambridge area: #6 All new developments must be designed so residents can travel into Cambridge without a car... ...if they wish. Residents should also be offered support to get started with sustainable transport. tinyurl.com/sixstepsimprovetransport

Would you like to see improvements for pedestrians along Mill Road? Alliance members and friends have set up a petition calling for local politicians to commit to transforming the pedestrian experience along the whole of the street. 🖊️ Add your name at tinyurl.com/WalkMillRoad

The long-term future of the Tiger Pass (£1 bus fares for under-25s) is uncertain. A new, permanent Tiger Pass scheme might only be available to those aged 18 and under for term-time journeys. We asked young people how this would impact them. tinyurl.com/TigerPassVoices

Did you know, a 2019 study found older people with bus passes are likely to report better quality of life and fewer depressive symptoms? This #WorldMentalHealthDay we're highlighting the links between better transport and mental health.

#FridayFacts. Shared transport enables people to use vehicles without ownership. On average, each UK car club car replaces 27 private cars, freeing up public space for other uses. UK shared cars already free up land almost the size of London's Hyde Park. como.org.uk/#what-is-shared-transport

Six steps to improve transport in the Cambridge area: #5 Major interchanges should be upgraded to reduce cross-city travel More interchanges between the M11/A14 and urban roads should be ‘all-ways junctions’ so drivers can avoid cross-city journeys. tinyurl.com/sixstepsimprovetransport

#FridayFacts. Ghent's circulation plan transformed transport and improved liveability. It was achieved in under three years and for less than €5 million. Could a Cambridge circulation plan speed up buses and make more space for walking and cycling? stad.gent/en/mobility-ghent/circulation-plan

Last month we asked bus users in St Neots why they used the bus and how they found it. Read what they told us in our blog: cambstravelalliance.org/st-neots-survey-shows-over-two-thirds-of-passengers-rely-entirely-on-the-bus-for-transport/

Thanks to Mayor Paul Bristow for meeting representatives from Travel Alliance founders Cambridge Living Streets, @camcycle.bsky.social and Cambridge Area Bus Users last week. We discussed the health benefits of walking, rural cycle routes and the importance of buses for connections to employment.

Six steps to improve transport in the Cambridge area: #4 High quality pavements and cycle routes will only be feasible if sufficient space is made available. Roadspace reallocation is therefore vital, particularly in the historic city centre. tinyurl.com/sixstepsimprovetransport

As the start & end points of more than 10 million journeys a day, bus stops matter. All bus stops should have current, accurate timetables on display. Our blog calls for a national standard for printed information at bus stops: bettertransport.org.uk/blog/all-bus... #BetterBusStops @optibus.com

Portsmouth has seen a 41% increase in passengers after investment to make buses more useful and usable. Its City Council expanded bus services, brought in bus priority corridors, upgraded bus stops and marketed its Park&Ride. Can Cambridgeshire and Peterborough do the same?

Six steps to improve transport in the Cambridge area: #3 The Combined Authority should commit to delivering attractive public transport for all. Buses should be the focus at first, as they can be improved rapidly and at low cost while other plans take shape. tinyurl.com/sixstepsimprovetransport

Today we're with the Combined Authority's Board asking about plans for a new Greater Cambridge Transport Strategy. We urged the Board to ensure the Strategy addresses transport affordability, accessibility, air pollution and climate change, and gives people genuine choice over how they travel.

#FridayFacts. People walking, wheeling and cycling help keep Cambridge moving. If all those who cycle daily in Greater Cambridge switched to driving, their cars would tailback 118 miles (Sustrans). Making it easier to walk, wheel and cycle benefits all road users.

Six steps to improve transport in the Cambridge area: #2 Excellent walking, wheeling and cycling routes everywhere. Everyone should be able to access schools, jobs, shops, services and connections for onward journeys by walking, wheeling or cycling. tinyurl.com/sixstepsimprovetransport

Today we're in Huntingdon at a meeting of the Combined Authority's Transport Committee. The Mayor of Cambs & P'boro pledged in his manifesto to establish an independent review of the region's bus franchising plans. Our public question asks how this review will benefit bus passengers.

#FridayFacts. Nottingham raises funds for public transport through its Workplace Parking Levy. Established more than 10 years ago, the scheme has enabled a doubling of the city’s existing tram system. Could Cambridge do the same? transportactionnetwork.org.uk/nottingham-workplace-parking-levy/

Cambridge's first ever Kidical Mass is taking to the streets soon! Tell your friends, find your brightest clothes and join the call for safer streets for children 🚲🚸 SUNDAY 21 SEPTEMBER, gathering from 10 on Parker's Piece to roll-out at 10.30am. Fun, free, all ages welcome!

Six steps to improve transport in the Cambridge area: #1 Transformational change requires long-term funding. Schemes such as a workplace parking levy need to be implemented so there can be sustained investment over many years in our transport network. tinyurl.com/sixstepsimprovetransport

Paul Bristow, Mayor of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, has appointed two leading figures to support the Combined Authority's ambitions to improve public transport in the region. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

#FridayFacts The overall number of jobs in the Cambridge area has grown, however the percentage requiring commuting by car has fallen (source @greatercambs.bsky.social). It's crucial this trend continues. Our blog discusses next steps for transport in our area. tinyurl.com/sixstepsbettertransport

Plans to turbocharge the growth of Cambridge increase the need for better transport options. How can our area make travel work for everyone ahead of substantial population increases? Our new blog sets out some starting points. cambstravelalliance.org/six-steps-to-improve-transport-cambridge-area/

Can the Cambridge area capitalise on the investment coming with government-backed growth and make transport work for everyone? Read what we think could be the starting points in our opinion piece on p27 of this week's @cambridgeindy.bsky.social.

The Combined Authority is proposing reducing eligibility for the Tiger Pass (£1 bus fares for U25s) to those in education only. Our new blog explains why we urge Combined Authority Board members to resist this change. tinyurl.com/bddrkh8n

Today it was revealed that Cambridgeshire County Council has successfully defended the latest legal challenge against the Mill Road bus gate. Now all local authorities must work together with local stakeholders to urgently progress the improvements to the streetscape that will benefit all users.

Today we're in Huntingdon at a meeting of the Combined Authority's Transport Committee, where the future of the Tiger Pass is on the agenda. We asked the Committee to ensure that the scheme continues to provide young people with access to employment and community activities, as well as education.

We are delighted that Cambs & P'boro Mayor Paul Bristow is supporting the creation of miles of safer routes so that children can walk, wheel and cycle to school more easily. He joins a group of regional leaders working together to achieve this goal. tinyurl.com/yw3tx4bn

It was a pleasure to talk to County Councillor @labouralexb.bsky.social last week about sustainable transport in her division and beyond. We met at St Ives bus station and discussed the need for more local bus services, as well as improvements to infrastructure for walking, wheeling and cycling.

We're hearing reports that some of Cambridgeshire's zebra crossings urgently need repainting. What are they like near you? Please send us pictures of the least visible ones in your area. @huntswalkcycle.bsky.social; @elycycle.bsky.social