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European car free day
22 September 2004
Friends of the Earth has welcomed European Car Free Day which takes place today, but said more must be done to reduce traffic, and cut pollution and noise during the rest of the year.
European Car Free Day (`In Town Without My Car! Day') has been running across Europe since 1995 and aims to draw attention to the environmental damage caused by excessive car use.
It is being supported by a number of local authorities, who are closing roads and putting on street parties.
Reducing traffic in urban areas brings real benefits, allowing communities to experience calmer, safer environments for pedestrians, cyclists and commuters.
Friends of the Earth's Transport Campaigner Tony Bosworth said:
"We hope that as many motorists as possible will support European Car Free Day and discover alternatives to the car that can be used throughout the year. But the Government and local authorities must also do more by investing in public transport and facilities for cyclists and pedestrians. Using the car less must become more than just an annual event".
1 Further information on European Car Free Day can be found at
www.22september.org
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Last modified: Jun 2008
