Singapore to focus more on encouraging people to walk

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There will be a greater focus on encouraging more people to walk as a means to get around in the Sustainable Singapore Blueprint review.

The blueprint sets out a framework for the next phase of Singapore's sustainable development and it is due to be completed by the end of the year.

It is part of the government's efforts in sustainable development to reduce reliance on cars and get more people to take public transport.

Some suggestions to encourage more people to walk are sufficient linkways to provide shelter from the weather, and cultivating a gracious mindset so that cyclists and pedestrians can share pathways.

The suggestions arose from a focus group discussion organised by the Ministry of National Development on Saturday (July 12).

Some 40 participants from all walks of life including academics, seniors and representatives from the health and sports sectors attended the session. They gave ideas on improving infrastructure and how to promote walking and harmonious path-sharing.

Their feedback will help the government shape the Sustainable Singapore Blueprint.