Transport and Active Travel

NCB believes young people need to have positive travel experiences to develop sustainable and active travel habits now and into the future.  Public transport is central to young people's lives and those of their families. Transport services give them access to education, employment, volunteering and social opportunities. Using public transport also supports the development of social skills, confidence and independence.

Young people are particularly dependent on local transport provision as they are less able to travel independently. However, young people - and in particular young people living in poverty, in rural areas, disabled young people and some young people from minority ethnic groups - face a number of barriers to making use of transport services including cost, safety, access and availability.

Alongside cycling and walking, public transport is also central to a more sustainable travel future. Less car travel will result in lower carbon dioxide emissions; less congestion; communities where streets are places for play and socialising; and improved health as more people take exercise due to active travel choices.

NCB aims to give young people the knowledge, skills and confidence to use public transport. It will also work with transport executives and operators to involve them in planning and provision so that transport services meet young people's needs.

Please click here for details of a range of resources to support young people's transport and active travel. For more information please email RMonaghan@ncb.org.uk.