Why implement a Travel Plan?
Traffic increased by 73% in the UK between 1980 and 2002. This has resulted in a 39% increase in greenhouse gas emissions from transport, which now accounts for 26% of UK emissions.
With road traffic expected to increase by 26% by 2010 and 40% by 2025, emissions will continue to increase unless we change our attitudes to travel.
In addition to the environmental aspect of travel, congestion is also a major factor of increased car use. Figures from the commissioner of Integrated Transport suggest traffic congestion is projected to grow by 65% overall by 2010.