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Chris Whitty Urges Shift to Active Travel for Health

7/3/2025

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Chris Whitty, England's chief medical officer, cautioned that negative stereotypes surrounding cycling undermine public health by overshadowing its numerous benefits. He called for a shift in focus towards promoting active travel to enhance health, particularly for the inactive. Whitty also urged transport planners to tackle daily mobility challenges and announced a new national active travel network backed by regional mayors.

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Chris Whitty, England's chief medical officer, cautioned that negative stereotypes surrounding cycling undermine public health by overshadowing its numerous benefits. He called for a shift in focus towards promoting active travel to enhance health, particularly for the inactive. Whitty also urged transport planners to tackle daily mobility challenges and announced a new national active travel network backed by regional mayors.