Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 83417

Active Travel: Lighting

Tabled: 20 October 2025
Answered: 23 October 2025

Question

Kim Leadbeater

LabourSpen Valley

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps she is taking to help tackle potential barriers to the provision of lighting on (a) walking, (b) wheeling and (c) cycling paths.

Answer

Lilian Greenwood
Active Travel England (ATE) recognises that good lighting is essential for enabling safe and inclusive walking, wheeling and cycling, particularly during winter months and after dark.The Spending Review in June 2025 allocated £616 million for Active Trave...

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