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"Surge in cycling brings £4m boost to city's wealth" (Glasgow!)

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  • Started 10 years ago by chdot
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  1. chdot
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    A SURGE in commuters cycling to and from Glasgow is estimated to be benefitting the local economy by more than £4 million a year, public health experts say.

    A report published today by the Glasgow Centre for Population Health reveals the number of people cycling in and out of the city increased by 25% between 2009 and 2012, with an average of 5638 trips by bike each day in 2012.

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    http://www.heraldscotland.com/mobile/news/transport/surge-in-cycling-brings-4m-boost-to-citys-wealth.21132184

    Posted 10 years ago #
  2. Darkerside
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    Reading between the lines, I conclude that 'almost negligible improvement in cycling infrastructure in West Glasgow results in significant cash benefits.'

    Imagine what would happen if they dealt with the whole city...

    Posted 10 years ago #

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