National Walking and Cycling Network

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1 National Walking and Cycling Annual Report to Scottish Government July 2017 Introduction 1. This is the second National Walking and Cycling (NWCN) Annual Report. It covers the period from April 2016 to March 2017 and gives an update on progress over the last year. Overview 2. Building on the achievements of the first year, 2016/17 has seen continued progress towards delivery of the project plan. Through funding from Transport Scotland, Sustrans have again played a key role in funding projects through their Community Links grants and also the National Cycle budget. Compared to last year s 6M spend, between them this year the three lead partners have invested 5.5M. Despite this reduction in overall funding, an estimated 65 km of paths and links were built or improved, compared to 52km in 15/16. Part of the budget has also been spent on non-capital items such as feasibility studies, promotions and monitoring. Similar to last year, effective partnership working has been key to the delivery of projects. Partners have included Local Authorities, NGO s, National Parks, Community Groups, Countryside Trusts and Charities, all of whom have been involved in the delivery of a wide variety of projects including: new build paths path improvements surfacing, drainage, lighting, infrastructure etc feasibility studies route finding, landowner liaison, flood modelling etc promotions videos, leaflets, banners, community engagement etc Ambition remains particularly high amongst community groups and charities and this should be encouraged and supported in subsequent years. Delivery of Vision and Key Outcomes 3. Our vision is for a strategic network of well used and properly maintained long distance paths and trails that: connects, and facilitates seamless passage through, the country s seven cities; links key natural and cultural heritage visitor destinations and public transport hubs;

2 provides recreation and active travel opportunities for people of all ages and abilities; will appeal to Scottish residents and visitors from the UK and beyond; and provides comparable quality and facilities to our neighbours in Northern Europe. Key outcomes sought from this network are better health and well-being, enhanced tourism and recreation experiences, economic development and more sustainable patterns of travel. In particular, the development of the network will: Encourage more people to enjoy Scotland. The network will span the length and breadth of the country providing opportunities for residents and visitors from the UK and beyond to journey between all our major cities, to visit our national parks and reserves, to experience our most iconic landscapes and to explore our diverse and spectacular coastlines and islands. Strengthen local economies. Walking and cycling tourism is a growing area of economic activity, with each longer distance route supporting a range of jobs and businesses both locally and nationally. Expanding and improving the national network throughout Scotland will attract new tourism businesses and provide economic benefit to more local communities. Support physical activity and sustainable travel choices. Easily accessible and well promoted to communities across Scotland, the network will be a key resource for supporting more physically active lifestyles that promote physical and mental health and well-being. It will form an important part of the green infrastructure of our towns and cities, integrated into local path networks, linking effectively to public transport hubs; and improving connectivity between places. A key part of this year s work has been to take forward the baseline monitoring that will report on progress towards delivering the vision and key outcomes. Although the report is not yet published, early indications are that: There is a high level of awareness of the NWCN and it is supporting people in both recreation and active travel journeys. The NWCN is viewed positively by businesses and they expect it to strengthen the local economy. Businesses are starting to experience an increase in the number of leisure walker and cyclist customers due to the network. The NWCN is delivering health benefits to users. The baseline monitoring report will be published during 2017 and will help to inform future priorities for delivery and promotion of the network. Project Steering group 4. The steering group has met 3 times with additional sub group meetings on monitoring and communications. There have been some changes in the composition of the steering group: Kate Campbell has replaced Daisy Narayanan (Sustrans) Campbell Gerrard has replaced Simon Bonsall (Scottish Government) Bryan Scott and Angus Duncan will alternate attendance as Local Authority reps Forest Enterprise have been approached about representation on the group Route Development 5. A full update on route development is provided in the table at Annexe 1.

3 Whilst limits to funding have led partners to focus on 4 priority routes, there has still been notable activity that has led to wider progress. Achievements for 16/17 include: 5 year priorities A list (requiring planning consent) Crook of Devon to Kinross continued work on landowner liaison and planning Cross Scotland Pilgrim Way o Tyndrum to Glen Ogle build of Phase 1 Tyndrum to Dalrigh completed. Continued landowner liaison on Dalrigh to Crianlarich o Glen Ogle to Crieff build of Phase 3 at St Fillans, Crieff to Comrie feasibility, Muthill to Crieff bridge design works/flood mitigation John Muir Way spur further feasibility work Speyside Way Extension specification and planning preparation underway NCN 73 new sections under construction NCN 753 feasibility and design around Largs, construction around Fairlie NCN 765 feasibility and design around Doune 5 year priorities B list Arran Coastal Way improvements have led to SGT status Clyde Walkway improvements landowner/developer liaison underway, capital spend planned for 17/18 Cowal Way multiuse improvements Fife Pilgrim Way management planning, fundraising and landowner liaison NCN 79 surface improvements to Cairngorm National Park section Scottish Canals have successfully completed the towpath upgrades to hard construction on the Lowland Canals Forth & Clyde, Forth & Clyde Glasgow branch and Union and the whole length of the Crinan Canal. Additional work has included feasibility and design work, creation of new moorings and canalside infrastructure, public events and hosting of the World Canal Conference Longer term priorities Cross Scotland Pilgrim Way o Iona to Tyndrum planning for project Officer to be in post in 17/18 o Crieff to St Andrews route finding, feasibility o Deeside Way extension feasibility, landowner engagement North Solway Coastal Path Lady Bay and Corsewall improvements Other sections of the wider network have been improved as opportunities arise eg improvements to SGT accessibility Lead partner spending Comparative spend is shown in the table below. Spend comparison 15/16 16/17 SNH 500K 425K Scottish Canals 200K 744K Sustrans 5.3M 4.4M ( 3.1M to Scottish Canals) Totals 6M 5.5M

4 Communications 6. The development of communications has been an important part of this year s work with the completion of a number of products: Monitoring NWCN Tubemap NWCN Tubemap animation - NWCN film - NWCN pop up banner The main web presence of the NWCN is on the SNH website at A revised Communications plan has been developed and Lead partner communication reps have been meeting to plan a coordinated approach. Some actions have been postponed due to the delay in the update to the SNH website, however, an Autumn 2017 / Spring 2018 campaign is being planned. Opportunities for tying in with the Government s themed years will be explored 2017 is the Year of History, Heritage and Archaeology, 2018 will be the Year of Young People. 7. A programme of monitoring work is now underway to provide a baseline estimate of the number of trips made on the NWCN in 2016/17. Data are also being collected on the types of trips made (active travel, recreation, tourism), the proportion of new as opposed to displaced activity, the characteristics of users and user experiences of the network. A variety of research tools are being used to collect the data required, including Route User Intercept Surveys (RUIS), analysis of counter data, a survey of the general public and a survey of local businesses. A total of 17 RUISs (covering 9 Long Distance Routes and 6 National Cycle routes) were undertaken in September/ October 2016 and the survey data are currently being checked and analysed. Surveys of the general public and local businesses were conducted during January/February In addition to the surveys described above, the study will make use of automatic counter data and other relevant survey data (e.g. tourism data) in the analyses, along with tools developed to measure usage of the NCN in Scotland which will be adapted for use on the NWCN project. The report, and an individual report for each route, will be available at the end of August Forward look to and beyond 8. Lead partner budgets indicate that NWCN spend during 17/18 will be roughly the same as in previous years ie 5/6M, and that another year of steady progress should be possible. However, it should be acknowledged that many of the quick wins and relatively cheap options (such as feasibility work) have now been

5 completed, and that substantial capital expenditure will be required during 18/19 and 19/20 to establish and improve routes on the ground. The current projected need of 8M spend in 18/19 is likely to be accurate whereas the figure of 4M in 19/20 is likely to be an underestimate. Opportunities for projects during 17/18 include: John Muir Way spur Crook of Devon to Kinross Crieff to St Andrews Oban to Tyndrum Speyside Way Extension Stockingfield bridge across the Forth & Clyde Canal feasibility and design Bowling basin of the Forth & Clyde Canal - works to upgrade and improve the existing railway viaduct Applecross clay pits access and cycle track. Connecting Applecross street with Ellesmere street in Glasgow Risk Management 9. Risks are reviewed each year as part of the end of year reporting procedure. Risk 1 Lack of Funding Funding remains a challenge as evidenced by the reduction in this year s spend. Due to in year pressures on Scottish Government funding, SNH were not able to allocate further funding to the Tyndrum to Crieff section of the Cross Scotland Pilgrim Way in 16/17. If this remains the case in 17/18, other funding partners will need to increase their contribution to the development of this route. Mitigation Partners will need to become adept at seeking funding from as wide a range of sources as possible. Sources accessed to date include Lead partner funds, Coastal Communities Fund, Heritage Lottery Fund, LEADER, Improving Public Access and a variety of Charitable Trusts. Community groups also bring considerable value and in kind funding by donating their time to projects. Risk 2 Barriers to route implementation Where funding is available the complexities of dealing with multiple funding partners, with differing criteria and reporting requirements can be a real disincentive to project progression, especially when projects are led by charities and community groups. For example The Tyndrum to Crianlarich path with a total cost of 320K had 8 funders. The time required to apply for funding and report on subsequent activities can be a major hindrance to project progression. Lead in time for projects can be considerable especially when liaising with multiple landowners and funders. It is evident that whilst it is relatively easy to allocate funding to projects on land in lead partner ownership it is more difficult to develop projects on land in private ownership. Mitigation

6 lead partners to further explore the potential of facilitating feasibility / development work through the funding of project officer posts raise the profile of the NWCN to ensure key public sector land managers are aware of, and committed to, it s implementation. Risk 3 Lack of on-going maintenance of routes Path maintenance can be seen as a burden that some managers are reluctant to take on with the result that paths can fall into disrepair and not meet expected standards. The cost of maintenance can also be a disincentive to investing in new path infrastructure. Mitigation Ensure that maintenance requirements are built into funding packages Change the culture of seeing paths as burdens that need to be maintained, and instead encourage them to be properly maintained as assets that deliver multiple benefits for health, tourism and wider social benefits. To try and address this and to quantify life cycle costs for paths SNH has been trialling a software package with a view to determining if asset management principles can be applied to the NWCN. The package has been trialled on the John Muir Way and aims to: Explore if the financial value of the NWCN can be quantified, and if so, Estimate a per/km value for o Typical rural routes o Typical urban routes Estimate maintenance and capital replacement costs over 1yr, 5yrs and 10yrs Encourage others to explore / adopt an asset management approach to paths Further results from the trial are expected during 17/18. Risk 4 Lack of staff capacity from lead organisations Lack of staff or volunteer capacity to deliver projects is still a factor in delaying project progression. Mitigation Sustrans have recently recruited new staff which will increase their capacity to assist partners. Community / voluntary groups continue to have a considerable input to route development though some need extra funding to help with project management. Lead partners to further explore the potential of funding feasibility / development work through project officer posts.

7 Annexe 1 Project progress table * In response to funding shortfalls it has been agreed to focus effort and prioritise routes, concentrating on those that have wide support and will deliver significant benefits. Priority routes are highlighted in green. LONG DISTANCE ROUTES Status of route (new build/ upgrade) Project development (feasibility studies, consultations) Design and construction Route launch and promotion Project update Progress Updated March 2017 Delayed or no further progress Delayed but recoverable On track 5 year priorities requiring planning consent Clyde Walkway extension New Lanark to Biggar new Initial feasibility complete On hold On hold Crook of Devon to Kinross new 2016/17/18 *Cross-Scotland Pilgrim Way a) Tyndrum to Glen Ogle new 2016/17/18 b) Glen Ogle to Crieff new 2016/17/18 Initial feasibility study now complete. This included looking at links south to the Southern Upland Way, west to the River Ayr Way and east to the John Buchan Way. Further progress is on hold subject to funding. If funding is available the priorities are likely to be focussed on creating links between communities Route identified and build of Section 1 Broomhill Cottage to Aldie lane, is currently underway. Building of further sections is planned for next fy subject to funding. March 17 update - Broomhill Cottage to Aldie lane is now built. Good progress has been made on section 2 Aldie lane to Balado station. Permissions are in place and funding secured for section 2 to be built towards the end of Discussions underway amongst partners on suitability of various surfaces in relation to their location and primary function. SNH funding currently diverted to other priorities. Tyndrum to Crianlarich - Detailed feasibility study, community / landowner consultation, design and planning application is in progress. Estimated cost is 1M plus VAT. There is very little chance of raising this sum next fy so it is likely this section will be split into four separate projects focussing on community priorities. Phase 1 Tyndrum to Dalrigh under construction, nearing completion. Crianlarich to Killin initial feasibility study is complete. Further community / landowner consultation required. NCN 7 link / Lochearnhead to St Fillans Initial feasibility complete, but has raised various landowner issues. Further community / landowner consultation required in 16/17. funding Design and build underway. SNH funding diverted to other priorities SNH funding diverted to other priorities SNH funding diverted to other priorities

8 Darvel to Muirkirk new tbc tbc *John Muir Way Strathblane to Glasgow spur North Solway Coast Path - Drummore to Portpatrick new tbc tbc new 2019 St Fillans to Tynreoch building of a Community Links path is underway due for completion by March Tynreoch to Crieff Initial feasibility study / consultation has been undertaken. Further landowner negotiations are required. St Fillans Tynreoch section now complete. Station Rd to Four Seasons hotel now under construction. The route has been identified as having the potential to negatively affect designated sites. Further survey work is required during 16/17 to assess potential impacts and determine if the route is feasible. Route unlikely to progress due to funding constraints and concern over impacts on designated sites Initial feasibility work is underway. The path has also been identified in the Strategic Development Plan for the area (Clydeplan). Work will be undertaken during 16/17 to gauge the extent of partner support. Initial feasibility complete. Landowner and Local Authority consultation underway with a view to work starting during 17/18 Initial feasibility work is underway and early actions being identi fied. Further progress is expected during 16/17. Improvements undertaken on various sections Unlikely to progress Ongoing subject to feasibility study, partner support and funding Speyside Way extension Aviemore to Newtonmore Other 5 year priorities new complete 2016/17 Arran Coastal Way improvements upgrade complete complete 2016 Clyde Coastal Path upgrade complete complete Clyde Walkway improvements: a) Newton Farm section upgrade tbc tbc tbc Aviemore to Kincraig was opened in September It is hoped to raise funds for the remainder of the route through to Newtonmore during 16/17. Specification for the Inshriach section is currently being worked on with planning permission and build hoped for this fy. Delivery of Inshriach to Ruthven is pencilled in for fy 18/19. Both of the above sections will be reliant on timings of felling in the area. Complete funding needed to repair storm damage. Works now completed to achieve SGT status Complete funding required for improvements / maintenance On hold subject to funding Lead partners have met with developers to discuss opportunities for improvements and links to the wider path network On hold subject to funding and planning Building in 16/17/18 subject to funding Complete Ongoing improvements funding and agreements b) Craighead Retreat section upgrade tbc tbc tbc funding and planning Cowal Way improvements upgrade complete complete complete Improvement works complete Complete Great Trossachs Path: Callander to Inversnaid Fife Pilgrim Way: Culross and North Queensferry to St Andrews new complete complete complete new 2017 Complete HLF bid successful during 2015 with a Project Development Officer being appointed to take things forward Complete Ongoing successful HLF

9 bid Further funding secured from HLF to fully develop the route Hebridean Way - Harris & Lewis new complete complete complete Complete Complete John Muir Way - Kilpatricks section new complete complete 2016 Complete opened in March 2016 Complete Longer term priorities Aberdeenshire Coastal Path new tbc tbc tbc Angus Coastal Path new tbc tbc tbc Cross-Scotland Pilgrim Way c)iona to Tyndrum new tbc tbc tbc d) Crieff to St Andrews new tbc tbc Deeside Way extension new tbc tbc Glenbuck - New Lanark link new tbc tbc tbc Inverness-Nairn Coast Path new 2016 tbc tbc Kirkmichael - Ballater link new tbc tbc tbc North Solway Coastal Path new tbc tbc Pitlochry - Kirkmichael link new tbc tbc tbc Stirling to Drymen new tbc tbc tbc Feasibility study for Inverness to Nairn planned for 16/17 Unable to proceed during 16/17 and further uncertainty due to staffing levels On hold subject to funding On hold subject to funding Lead partners working on proposal for Project Officer to take forward stage 2 of the consultation process during 17/18. Crieff to Muthill split into three stages. Stage one being built by March Further feasibility and fundraising required for stage s 2 & 3. Muthill to St Andrews various options exist depending on use and surface requirements - feasibility work is underway to identify the preferred option. Feasibility and route finding undertaken during 16/17. Further work expected during 17/18 On hold subject to funding Update march 2017 Further feasibility / landowner engagement is underway with a report due in May followed up by a planning application and possible build Feasibility completed in 2015 as part of the Clyde Walkway Extension project. Now on hold subject to funding Feasibiltiy study to be undertaken in 2016/17 Feasibilty unable to be progressed during 16/17 due to staff shortages. Work planned for 17/18 if staff resources and funding allow On hold subject to funding and feasibility Feasibility study is identifying early works Lady Bay and Corsewall section - Drainage, surfacing, signage and access improvements including installation of self-closing gates, bridge and way marking at Lady Bay north of Kirkcolm On hold subject to funding and feasibility On hold subject to funding and feasibility funding funding funding Ongoing Three Saints Way Ongoing - funding funding funding and staff time funding and feasibility Identifying and implementing early works funding and feasibility funding and feasibility

10 CYCLEWAYS 5 year priorities requiring planning consent Route 73 of the National Cycle - Brodick to Corrie Route 753 of the National Cycle - Gourock-Ardrossan: Status of route (new build/ upgrade) Project development (feasibility studies, consultations) Design and construction Route launch and promotion new tbc a) Largs to Inverkip new 2016/ /18/19 b) In & around Fairlie new 2016/ /18/19 *Route 76 of the National Cycle - Manor Powis Roundabout Route 765 of the National Cycle - Stirling to Callander: Doune-Burn of Cambus Southern Upland Cycleway: Stranraer to Portpatrick Other 5 year priorities new 2016/ /19 new 17/ /19/20 new 2016 tbc Sections of the route have been constructed during 15/16 by North Ayrshire Council utilising Sustrans funds. NAC have sought funding during 16/17 to continue construction works. Further discussions with Inverclyde Council are required to ascertain plans for their sections of route. Additional sections of the route are currently being constructed during 16/17 by North Ayrshire Council with funding from Sustrans. Additional planning for route North of Largs underway by North Ayrshire Council. North Ayrshire have applied for further Sustrans funding during 16/17 but there may be issues with match funding. Additional planning for route North of Largs to be carried out by North Ayrshire Counci during 17/18. Early discussions to be had with Inverclyde Council to secure feasibility and design resources for 17/18 for Inverclyde sections. Detailed design and community consultation carried out during 15/16 financial year. Planned construction during 16/17 Construction works around Fairlie. Outline corridor identified and initial discussions held with Rail re land availability. Sustrans and Stirling Council to prepare and submit formal proposal to NR during 2016 for approval. Proposed construction during 17/18. No further progress during 16/17 due to resourcing issues. Sustrans to lead on feasibility work during 17/18 Route corridor identified and agreed in conjunction with landowners. Outline design works for bridge crossings carried out and initial approval from Transport Scotland obtained. Detailed design work to be carried out during 16/17 by Sustrans engineering staff and landowner agreements progressed. Feasibility, design and consultation work underway, led by Sustrans. No progress to date. Construction work Ongoing discussions with Local authority re next phase of construction Planning, design and construction Ongoing Feasibility and design during 16/17 Ongoing feasibility/design during 16/17 No progress Route 73 (South) of the National Cycle - Newton Stewart to Cairnryan new Reliant on TS road schemes Reliant on TS road schemes Reliant on TS road schemes Route to Stranraer is now broadly complete but not yet signed. Sustrans to prepare and implement signage schedule. Remainder of scheme between Stranraer and Cairnryan still dependent on TS road schemes. Reliant on TS road schemes

11 Dundee Green Circular alternative to Docks Longer term priorities Route 74 of the National Cycle : Gretna-Glasgow: new tbc tbc tbc 2015/16 - a) Larkhall to Stonehouse new tbc tbc tbc b) M74 cycleway north end new tbc tbc tbc c) To Douglas new tbc tbc tbc No further progress to date. Sustrans to assess and consider options during 17/18. Project cancelled The route in this section is complete and operational. A signage audit will be carried out by Sustrans during 16/17. A signage audit is being carried out by Sustrans due to be completed mid The section of route between Lesmahagow and Happendon is currently under construction and is due for completion by May The missing section at Blackwood should be completed during 16/17. The section of route between Lesmahagow and Happendon is now complete and operational. A signage audit is being carried out by Sustrans due to be completed mid The section from Happendon to the existing on road section at Douglas already exists and is operational. A full signage audit of the route from Gretna to Uddingston will be carried out by Sustrans during 16/17 and NCN 74 should essentially be complete. The section from Happendon to the existing on road section at Douglas already exists and is operational. A signage audit is being carried out by Sustrans due to be completed mid Route 765 of the National Cycle - Stirling to Callander: Burn of Cambus to Callander Route 775 of the National Cycle - Almondbank to Lochearnhead: Crieff- Lochearnhead Route 79 of the National Cycle - Speyside Way Cycleway Fort William to Mallaig new tbc tbc new tbc upgrade tbc new Reliant on TS road schemes discussion Reliant on TS road schemes Reliant on TS road schemes Initial route feasibility study, focusing on disused railway line, to be carried out by Sustrans engineering team during 16/17 Proposed to be carried out either 17/18 or 18/19. Design works on Crieff sections underway. Some construction work at St Fillans also underway. Further discussions required with all stakeholders to agree lead partner and provide focus for delivery. Further discussions and support for Perth and Kinross Council around Crieff to Comrie section. Delays due to landowner issues. Appraisal and options study for Speyside Way carried out by COAT during 15/16 FY. All partners (Moray Council, CNPA, The Highland Council and Sustrans) to meet during 16/17 and agree phased implementation of improvements and realignments. Initial improvements to Grantown on Spey to Nethy Bridge section being undertaken by CNPA/COAT during 2016/17 Meeting held with community and tourism representatives to explore some options. Definite demand for route but only very few expensive possible options. Considerable impact on trunk road so agreement and involvement of Transport Scotland required. Proposed STAG analysis of key routes to be led on by Sustrans and funding and resources Feasibility Feasibility / costing underway Reliant on TS road scemes

12 Roslin to Peebles Cycleway new tbc CANALS Other 5 year priorities Status of route (new build/ upgrade) Project development (feasibility studies, consultations) Design and construction Route launch and promotion Caledonian Canal Towpath upgrade Crinan Canal Towpath upgrade *Forth & Clyde Canal Towpath including Port Dundas / Pinkston link upgrade *Monklands Canal Towpath upgrade *Union Canal Towpath upgrade HiTrans during 17/18 Sustrans working to support Scottish Borders Council to secure a route corridor between Peebles and Eddleston. Some land acquired through purchase, the remainder secured on a range of agreements. Initial design work completed and outline planning application to be submitted during February Approx 90% of required land corridor secured currently. Detailed design and planning currently being led on by SBC, funding from Sustrans Dochgarroch East Towpath 237m towpath upgrade Banavie Lock Flight North 3500m towpath upgrade Banavie to Corpach 3600m towpath upgrade Inverness City 295m - access improvements and towpath upgrades Crinan Bridge - 906m towpath upgrade Oakfield to Cairnbaan m towpath upgrade Dunardry to Bellanoch bridge m towpath upgrade Bellanoch bridge to Crinan Ferry Bridge 2170m towpath upgrade Ardrishaig basin to Oakfield bridge 2653m towpath upgrade Balmuildy Road m towpath upgrade Auchindavie to Twechar 3080 towpath upgrade Bowling m towpath surfacing Knightswood m - towpath LED Solar lights Twechar to Auchinstarry m towpath upgrade Stockingfield Junction - 150m towpath upgrade Castlecary m towpath upgrade Helix, Glensburgh - 400m towpath LED Solar lights Ladiesmill - 300m towpath surfacing Falkirk wheel corridor m towpath LED Solar lights Carmuirs - 150m towpath upgrade Bairds Brae, Glasgow - 180m Towpath link path upgrade Towpath upgrades at Hungryside 86m Cadder 114m Bonnybridge to Underwood lock m Auchinstarry to Wynford lock m Glasgow branch towpath 330m Ongoing improvements Winchburgh to Broxburn m towpath upgrade Falkirk to Brightons m towpath upgrade Route corridor investigation and planning Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing

13 Ratho to Hermiston m towpath upgrade Linlithgow m towpath LED Solar lights Boroughmuir - 300m towpath upgrade Towpath upgrades at Edinburgh Lochrin 120m Broxburn to Bonnington 4988m Brightons to Linlithgow m Linlithgow to Winchburgh 8542m

14 Annexe 2 Steering group members Pete Rawcliffe Ron McCraw Stuart Davies Caroline Fyfe John Lauder Kate Campbell Phil Kearney Chris Breslin Richard Millar James Fowlie Riddell Graham Angus Duncan Bryan Scott Eric Guthrie Scottish Government SNH SNH SNH SNH Sustrans Sustrans Sustrans Scottish Canals Scottish Canals COSLA Visit Scotland LA rep (Falkirk Council) LA rep (Dumfries and Galloway) Regional Transport partnerships Campbell Gerrard