We have our own ‘travel plan’ which seeks to promote sustainable travel in an effort to contribute to easing congestion and pollution within the borough.

What is it?

The GBC travel plan is a package of practical measures aimed at promoting sustainable travel within the Council, with an emphasis on reducing single occupancy car travel. It aims to:

·         to contribute to easing congestion (by reducing travel generally and specifically in peak hours)

·         to reduce pollution

·         to improve health by encouraging walking and cycling

Its overall aim is reduce the total vehicle mileage associated with the Council’s activities by 20% in 2009.

How is it implemented?

The plan is implemented through an annual action plan. So far we have taken the following initiatives:

·         Showers/changing facilities for staff

·         Flexible working hours

·         2 pool bikes

·         Pool cars

·         Umbrellas available to borrow at reception

·         Interest free cycle loans for staff

·         Cycle business mileage

·         Interest free train and bus season tickets for staff

·         Discounted Arriva bus season tickets for staff

·         Covered cycle parking and secure lockers

·         Internal car share database

·         Emergency lift home scheme for car sharers

·         Programme of converting all fleet vehicles to LPG or low carbon diesel

·         Commissioned deliveries report and visitor survey to direct future actions.

·         Various promotional events such as “Bike To Work Day” and “In Town Without My Car Day”.

·         Together with Surrey County Council we have held workshops to promote travel plans to local businesses and other organisations in the borough and to assist them in setting up their own travel plan.

Contacts

For more information on company travel plans click here or contact Emma Begent on 01483-444509.