Eco Travel Officer Wokingham

Air pollution kills up to 36,000 people a year in the UK #CleanAirDay is this Thursday (16 June), and we want as many people as possible to ditch the car and choose active travel instead @MJWokingham has routes and maps to help you get around. Just visit myjourneywokingham.com

The #CleanAirDay 2022 resources have landed for June 16! From “how to” guides for events, play streets or school streets, to posters & leaflets to use at your school or organisation & letters to send to your local MP. There's something for everyone. 👇👇 bit.ly/3EZ7lci

It’s #WorldHealthDay🌍 Air pollution is currently the greatest environmental threat to human health. Switching from cars to public transport & active travel for everyday journeys will improve air quality, helping our planet & our health. Take action now for a #HealthierTomorrow.

If you're aged over 14 and live, work or study in Wokingham borough, you can take part in a new @MJWokingham challenge to win vouchers and other prizes in return for walking, wheeling, cycling and travelling by public transport more. More at news.wokingham.gov.uk/news/points-ma…

🚨 Have you listened to our brand new Air Quality News Podcast? 🚨 Click the link below and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE! @k_langford @ImpUrbanHealth #airpollution #podcast #airquality #health #inequality airqualitynews.com/2022/02/24/new…

Sustrans #BigPedal is back for 2022… and with a new name! #BigWalkAndWheel is the UK’s largest inter-school walking, wheeling, scooting and cycling challenge. Starting 21 March – get signed up now 👇 bigwalkandwheel.org.uk

Cycling is a fantastic way to improve your mental health, whatever your age. For some children who contact #Childline for support, cycling is the thing that helps them cope. Read their experiences in our latest blog ⬇️ bikeability.org.uk/blog/how-cycli… #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek

Would you like to learn how to maintain your bike or change an inner tube? 🚴🔧⛓ We are running a basic bike maintenance workshop at Coronation Hall, Woodley on Weds, 9 February. The course costs £10.00 and for further details and how to book on see below ⬇️⬇️ @WokinghamEcoTO

Last chance to apply to the Garden Forest Scheme! ‼ Join hundred's of residents who have already applied for their own tree. 🌲 Applications close 6pm on 30 January. To find out more and apply please visit engage.wokingham.gov.uk/en-GB/projects…

We are working to improve the connection between Woodley and the Reading borough boundary. This second consultation on specific details along the route will help us decide how to progress with the project. Visit Engage Wokingham & tell us what you think: engage.wokingham.gov.uk/en-GB/projects…

The Highway Code is changing 🚗 🚲 From this Saturday, a hierarchy of road users will come into force, aiming to make roads safer for those at greatest risk 🚛🏍 Make sure you are up to date with the changes here 👇👇 gov.uk/government/con…

Nearly 60% of car journeys are under 5 miles. There's a better tool for the job. For short journeys #BikeIsBest

Want to share your thoughts and ideas on climate change? 💡 We want to hear from you! 🦻 Join the conversation at engage.wokingham.gov.uk/en-GB/folders/…

Well done to Charlotte (Yr 3) who attends Wheatfield Primary School for winning our design a high-vis jacket competition!🦺 The two runners up are Edward (Yr 4) from St Dominic Savio and Eleanor (Yr 4) from Aldryngton who both won some My Journey goodies. 🏆 @WokinghamEcoTO

We have a gift for you 🎁 🎅 Our Garden Forest Scheme invites residents to apply for a tree for their garden 🌳 🌳 For more information about the project, such as tree size, variety and key dates, as well as to sign up, visit engage.wokingham.gov.uk/projects/the-t…

The bus service consultation is out for comments until 16 January and is on the council’s new engagement platform 👉 cutt.ly/CUuUMnx For anyone needing help with the survey, please contact the council by calling 0118 974 6000 or email myjourney@wokingham.gov.uk