On your bike, girls told
GIRLS are to be encouraged to cycle to school at least once week under a new £230,000 scheme, the first of its kind in Scotland.
The two-year pilot project by cycling and walking group Sustrans aims to reverse the declining levels of exercise being taken by nine to 16-year-olds.
It hopes to increase the proportion of girls cycling to school from 2 per cent to 15 per cent at participating schools.
Bike Hub, a cycling industry initiative, is providing funding for Sustrans to organise cycle to school events, cycle training and bike maintenance for schoolgirls.
A Sustrans spokesman said: "We will also inspire girls to banish their concerns over 'helmet hair' and perspiration with cycling fashion tips, and by promoting the wider health and fitness benefits."
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