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Safeguarding the Heritage of our Waterways

WCC Scotland
September 22, 2016

Safeguarding the Heritage of our Waterways

WCC Scotland

September 22, 2016
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  1. World Canals Conference 2016 Safeguarding the Heritage of our Waterways

    John Lauder, National Director, Sustrans Scotland
  2. National Cycle Network • 2,371 miles long • Within 1

    mile of 70% of population • 644 miles traffic free • 121m trips in 2014 (up 16%) • 24% of cyclists & 9% pedestrians commuting • Generated £375m revenue • Health benefits of £321m • Benefit to cost ratios 13.5:1 • Supported by Transport Scotland • Developed through Community Links