In June 2024, we were awarded nearly £200,000 in government funding to continue our work to:
This will help people:
The money will be used to support various projects in the city.
View the Capability & Ambition Fund 2025 map to see the current project area we are working on.
People in Brighton & Hove can now get rewards when they choose active and sustainable travel.
The ‘Move for Change’ initiative, powered by the BetterPoints app, launched in 2020 to encourage and reward residents and employees for walking, cycling, and using public transport.
When you sign up for the Move for Change challenge on the Betterpoints app, you can collect points which can be exchanged for discounts and vouchers at local shops, or you can donate them to charity.
When you use the app, you can earn or win BetterPoints or BetterTickets (for monthly online raffle prizes), when you take part in surveys and competitions.
Kick off your rewards to earn 250 BetterPoints.
Answer some short questions about your activity levels and travel habits. This will unlock your rewards.
Earn 10 BetterPoints up to 2 times a day by walking, wheeling, cycling or running in Brighton & Hove.
Earn 10 BetterPoints up to 2 times a day by taking the bus or train for journeys over 1/2 mile in Brighton & Hove.
Earn 10 BetterTickets (up to 4 times a day) into the draw for every active or sustainable travel journey over 1/2 mile in Brighton & Hove. Every day we're giving away 1,000 BetterPoints.
If you use a designated walking zone or cycle route, you can earn an extra 10 BetterTickets into the draw.
Share your active and sustainable travel story by completing our short survey. If selected, you could win 5,000 BetterPoints.
Refer a friend, family member or colleague to Move for Change to earn 100 BetterPoints and unlock the Ambassador Rewards.
You can refer a maximum of 5 friends to earn 500 BetterPoints.
Earn 10 BetterTickets (up to 4 times a day) into the draw for every active or sustainable travel journey over 1/2 mile in Brighton & Hove.
Every week we're giving away 5 lots of 1,000 BetterPoints.
Earn 20 BetterPoints for your onward active or sustainable journey from a Park Active Car Park.
Earn 20 BetterPoints for your gym, swim or exercise class at Freedom Leisure sites in Brighton & Hove.
Scan in up to 10 times per month to earn your reward.
Earn 1 BetterTicket (up to two times a day) into the draw for every active or sustainable travel journey over 1/2 mile in Brighton & Hove.
Every month we're giving away a 1-month Freedom Leisure membership.
Funding for eCargo bikes and the subsidy are no longer available however we can:
Find more information on our eCargo bike accelerator webpage.
This scheme is paused until further notice.
We have procured several e-bikes, funded through the Department for Transport’s Capability Fund 2021 to 2022.
These e-bikes will be loaned to employees at selected workplaces and healthcare settings to use for a 3-month trial period for commuting, work journeys (such as home visits) and leisure activity.
This project aims to encourage and create travel behaviour change which switches people from vehicle use to e-bikes for short journeys (between 0 and 5 miles).
E-bikes use an electrical assist motor which adds power while the rider is pedalling.
This enables people to ride for longer and further while carrying loads.
Riders get the same health benefits as from conventional bikes because they encourage people to cycle further and more frequently over time.
E-bikes also give riders confidence on busy roads.
This project will monitor and evaluate the use of e-bikes using the Department for Transport’s monitoring and evaluation guidance.
We’re aware of the impact travel and transport has on our city. For this reason, we need workplaces and organisations to play their part in reducing carbon emissions specifically from the daily commute and business travel.
Our free Dr Bikes service is now available again.
Dr Bike is a free cycling advice service delivered by Brighton & Hove City Council and funded by the Department for Transport.
The Dr Bike service is available for key workers, NHS staff, educational settings and community groups. Dr Bike can attend your event and provide free cycling advice and basic bicycle servicing.
The Dr Bike mechanics are all:
Dr Bike can provide:
Dr Bike does not provide
Dr Bike brings all the necessary equipment. You'll need to provide a table and chair, plus shelter or an indoor space if it’s raining.
We recommend promoting the session at least 2 weeks before the event to generate interest and encourage people to bring their bikes.
Dr Bike sessions are 3 hours long. The mechanic can service around 5 to 6 bikes in that time, depending on the work that needs to be done.
If you're organising a Dr Bike session for your staff, we recommend you have a queuing system in place, with slots of 30 minutes. A Dr Bike mechanic can notify staff when it's their turn and when their bike is ready for collection.
At community events, Dr Bike will see bikes on a first come, first served basis.
Dr Bike can be booked Monday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm.
To book you'll need to complete the Dr Bike booking form and send it in an email to us at transport.projects@brighton-hove.gov.uk.
We recommend that you provide alternative dates as well your preferred date for the session.
We'll send you a confirmation email and the information will be shared with our external partner who delivers Dr Bike. At least 48 hours before the event, Dr Bike will call you to finalise any details.
If you need to cancel, send an email to us at least 48 hours in advance of your Dr Bike session.
You can also email us if you need help with your booking or have any questions.
