Election Cycle 2016 – East Londonderry

“Chris Lyttle MLA has been particularly active as Chair of the All Party Assembly Group on  Cycling in taking our concerns forward. In addition,  there are enthusiastic cyclers and  supporters of Sustrans NI in our local Causeway Alliance Association.

“As someone who worked in the Health Service for 30 years, I am committed to a holistic approach to health promotion which includes appropriate and regular exercise.

“Alliance MLAs will therefore support the implementation of the cycling strategy and a wide range of  enhanced cycling provision, including:

1. Increased investment of at least £10 per head of population.
2. The development of Greenways across the region.
3. An Active Travel Act to incorporate cycling into land use planning and new development.

“We will proactively work with others to make the above promises a reality.”

“I have been a cyclist since my early 20s and I fully support evidence-based measures to improve access to and safety of cycling in Northern Ireland. Cycling and other forms of sustainable transport are good for individuals and communities and the Green Party is committed to investing in promoting them.

1. Investment: Yes. The Green Party pledges in it’s manifesto to support a £25 per head of population investment, in line with the European standard as supported by the European Cyclists Forum
2. Greenways: Yes. The development of the Comber Greenway, for example, has been a great boost to those communities who are able to access it and we’d like to see this success shared elsewhere.
3. Legislation: Yes, absolutely. We need to see a move away from a car based infrastructure and lifestyle towards healthier and more public options, by encouraging people to live in cycle and walking friendly environments.”

“Reflecting on the benefits of cycling as well as it’s popularity amongst my constituents, I am more than happy to support Northern Ireland’s Bicycle strategy and the three policy objectives outlined above should I get elected in May.”