A Walking and Wheeling Manifesto

The Manifesto outlines 4 practical steps the Scottish Government can take to make walking and wheeling safer, more accessible, and more integrated into daily life.

We have set out a clear and achievable plan for the next Scottish Government and have called for all political parties to endorse the actions. The proposals set out are practical, proven measures that reflect what people across Scotland need.

Walking addresses inequality – it is the most inclusive form of physical activity. Everyone should be able to experience the benefits of walking and wheeling.

Accessible, well-maintained paths and pavements, and access to high-quality and sustainable public green and recreational spaces for every community in Scotland are vital to encouraging people to walk and wheel.

Engagement ahead of the election

Ahead of the Scottish Parliament election, we’ve been engaging with decision makers to ensure walking and wheeling are recognised as national priorities.

Across Scotland’s main political party conferences, we spoke with MSPs, candidates and stakeholders about the role walking and wheeling play in tackling some of the biggest challenges we face.

Read more about walking and wheeling at Scotland’s party conferences

We also held our Walking and Wheeling Election Hustings with Scotland’s main political parties on 4 March 2026. The hustings brought together people who care about making it easier for people in Scotland to walk and wheel, to hear from political parties about their priorities ahead of the Scottish Parliament election in May.

There was strong cross-party agreement that walking and wheeling are essential for Scotland’s future, from improving health to creating better communities to live in.

Have your say

Write to your local candidates using our editable online letter. Call on your local candidates to deliver on our 4 practical steps to create a walking and wheeling nation.