Soon after joining, James was keen to start cycling to his secondary school in Birmingham.
But it was only a few years later, when new separated cycle paths were installed, that his parents felt that his route to school was safe enough for him to cycle.
Walking, wheeling and cycling daily journeys help children develop their independence, socialisation skills, health and wellbeing, and reduces the family workload.
Yet young people are often overlooked by decision-makers and officers in transport.
Our new report, the Children’s Walking and Cycling Index, is giving a voice to children across the UK, reshaping how we approach children’s journeys.
Find out more: https://www.sustrans.org.uk/the-walking-and-cycling-index/childrens-walking-and-cycling-index/