BRADFORD Council is working towards a Walk Friendly Workplace accreditation.

Working in partnership with West Yorkshire Combined Authority’s £60m City Connect programme aimed at encouraging more people to walk and cycle, the Council is urging staff to get more active and walk more during their working day.

Councillor Sarah Ferriby, Portfolio Holder for Healthy People and Places, said: “The Walk Friendly Workplace scheme is encouraging staff to walk or cycle to work and meetings rather than take the car when possible and we are already seeing staff take up this initiative as several lunch time walking groups have been set up.

“Staying well starts with living well and physical activity is a great way to stay healthy and feel better so I encourage everyone to join in if they are able to.”

The Council is aiming to encourage more lunch time walking with apps, stalls and a guided walk.

Councillor Kim Groves, Chair of West Yorkshire Combined Authority’s Transport Committee, said: ‘Walking can help reduce the risk of preventable diseases, inspire creativity, and reduce stress, as well as reducing travel costs and improving air quality.”