Sample module
| Hours to complete | 0.50 |
| No of pages | 10 |
| Published | April 2004 |
| See more in | Transport |
| Author | Joanna Wu, Policy and Projects Officer (Transportation),, London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham |
| Relevance |   |
| Price | GBP 10.00 |
Walking
Purpose
This knowledge builder explains how planning can influence walking and suggests ways to encourage and promote walking.
Benefits
Walking is an essential and inevitable part of the transport system in our everyday life. As well as many journeys which are made entirely on foot, all public transport journeys and most car journeys start or end with a walk. Walking can not only improve people’s health but also could be an element to improve the vitality and viability of town centres.
Audience
Urban and regional planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the topic.
Learning method
A detailed overview of the topic with links to appropriate websites. Additionally a comprehensive range of further reading is provided for those who wish to become expert in the subject. Includes voluntary self assessment for recording continuous professional development (CPD).
