" We are committed to ensuring that people across Scotland are better connected by safe and accessible walking and cycling facilities. This is great news for East Dunbartonshire and its cyclists in particular.̨ Tom Bishop, Sustrans' Community Links Coordinator, said: "We received a record number of applications to our Community Links Programme and have worked hard to carefully select those of the highest quality to fund. " We all know that we need to get more exercise and cut down on carbon emissions and this funding will help us on the road achieving both goals. Councillor Alan Moir, Convener of the Development and Regeneration Committee, said: "I am delighted that our officers have been successful in securing these much needed funds from Sustrans. The remainder of the funding will be used to develop the East Dunbartonshire Active Travel Action Plan and revive the Healthy Habits programme. The Cowgate will be linked up with the National Cycle Network and priority will be given to pedestrians and cyclists, over other road users. Another £1/2 million will be used to help deliver a project on the Cowgate, as part of the Kirkintilloch Masterplan. The project will be rolled out in phases, with funding being granted over a two year period. Designs are currently being developed for two-way, segregated cycle facilities along Milngavie Road to encourage more people to get back on their bikes. A total of £500,000 will be used to create a Quality Cycle Corridor along Milngavie Road, as part of the A81 Sustainable Travel Corridor Project. East Dunbartonshire Council is on track to receive £1m in funding from transport charity Sustrans, as part of their Community Links Programme.
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