Do schemes to restrict cars outside schools impact on travel and how?

Hear about findings from our research on the impact of restrictions outside schools on travel patterns and experiences of local governments

We are delighted to invite you to join colleagues from local government and researchers from the Universities of Cambridge, Exeter, Birmingham, Edinburgh Napier and the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust to discuss the results of a 2-year NIHR-funded evaluation of the impact of traffic restriction schemes (or ‘School Streets schemes’), and for the launch of our final report.

We will be hearing from Mat MacDonald the West Midlands Road Safety Comissioner, as well as those working in a variety of positions in lcoal government.

Evaluating and understanding the impacts of traffic restrictions schemes outside schools - NIHR School for Public Health Research

What to expect

• Presentations from the research team on key findings
• Interactive panel discussions on implementation, equity, and impact from those at national and local government as well as third sector
• Opportunities to reflect, input and provide feedback on the research
• Be a part of next steps for cutting-edge research that makes a strong case for scheme investment and which will shape approaches to delivery of schemes for years to come
• Complimentary lunch and networking

Who is the event for and who should attend?

This half-day event is aimed at:

• Policy makers and practitioners in transport, health, and education
• Academics and researchers in public health, urban planning, and active travel
• Community stakeholders interested in safer, healthier school environments, including professionals working for local or national governments or third sector organisations

However, we welcome anyone interested in promoting active travel to school.

The event will be run by academics in the fields of population health, active travel, human geography and urban planning. Combined, we have several decades of experience and research evidence in what works in helping children to walk and cycle to school safely. Our work has informed the development of schemes, and fed into guidance from National Institute for Health and Care Excellence.