P-06-1506 We call for an end to further public funding for cycle paths and cycle Infrastructure in Wales

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This petition was submitted by Steve Williams, having collected a total of 530 signatures.

Text of petition:

Substantial sums have already been directed towards cycling projects, managed by organisations like Sustrans, courtesy of the Welsh Labour Party. While cycling paths provide benefits to a small segment of the population, the allocation of these funds comes at the expense of far more critical areas like healthcare and education that serves the broader population. We believe that taxpayer money should be redirected to support these essential services that benefit everyone, not niche projects.

Additional information:

Between April 2021 and March 2024, Sustrans (A charity) received £3,879,376.26 from the Welsh Government. Reference: GOV.Wales

In 2020, the Welsh Government announced a £38 million investment in active travel across Wales, marking the largest ever investment in local active travel improvements in the country. Reference: Sustrans

Additionally, in November 2024, Sustrans Cymru was awarded a new contract to deliver the Welsh Government's Active Journeys programme, continuing its work to support children and young people across Wales in traveling sustainably and actively. Reference: Sustrans

These substantial investments highlight the significant funding already allocated to cycling infrastructure and related programmes in Wales.

Investing in critical areas that serves the broader population is essential for the well-being of Wales. Let’s prioritise what truly matters and ensure that public money is used where it can make the greatest difference for the many, not the few.

Status 

This petition was considered completed by the Petitions Committee at its meeting on 14/07/2025. 

Full details of the consideration of this petition by the Committee and related documents can be seen on the Meetings tab above. 

It was first considered by the Petitions Committee on 14/07/2025.

Senedd Constituency and Region:

·     Newport West

·     South Wales East

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