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Interactive map to make cycling easier for key workers

By Ellie Pipe  Thursday Apr 16, 2020

A new interactive map is designed to support key workers to cycle to work during such a critical time.

Launched by Bristol-based walking and cycling charity Sustrans, the tool acts as a one-stop-shop for information, with four different pins for each offer, including repairs and maintenance, equipment and bike stores that are open.

James Cleeton, Sustrans’ director for the south of England, says it has been fantastic to see the cycling industry come together to support people who are working hard to get us through the pandemic.

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“In the Covid-19 crisis, cycling is critical for many key workers to get to and from work each day,” says Cleeton.

“The online map was created with the needs of key workers in mind and we hope it will prove useful for everyone needing to cycle to work, be it an experienced commuter who may need a spare part or a novice who needs access to a cycle.

“An average commute is five miles – a distance that can be easily cycled in less than 30 minutes. It’s fantastic to see how the cycling industry has come together to support the people who are working so hard to get us through this crisis.”

The map has a function to view and search by name and postcode areas, and also features links to cycling and walking tips, and other useful content.

Following the UK-wide lockdown announced by the Government last month, bicycle shops were one of the few retailers allowed to remain open to ensure transport for key workers and last-mile deliveries can be maintained.

Find out more about offers for key workers via www.sustrans.org.uk/keyworkers.

Main photo courtesy of Sustrans

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