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Move for Change
Introduction
We have secured nearly £100,000 in government funding to continue our work to encourage active travel and provide better walking, wheeling and cycling infrastructure for people in Brighton & Hove.
This will help people:
save money on transport
improve their health
reduce their carbon footprints
The money will be used to support various projects in the city.
Move for Change – Powered by Betterpoints
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 also earn or win BetterPoints or BetterTickets (for monthly online raffle prizes), when you take part in surveys and competitions.
Sign up and get started
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.
Sustainable travel
Earn 10 BetterPoints up to 2 times a day by taking the bus or train for journeys over 1/2 mile in Brighton & Hove.
Daily prize draw - win 1,000 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 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.
Ditch the car star survey - win 5,000 BetterPoints
Share your active and sustainable travel story by completing our short survey. If selected, you could win 5,000 BetterPoints.
Refer a friend and unlock Ambassador Rewards
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 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.
eCargo bikes accelerator project
Funding for eCargo bikes and the subsidy are not currently available. We're still able to offer impartial, expert guidance on choosing eCargo bikes and sustainable deliveries for local businesses.
To promote the eCargo project some eCargo bike events will be held in town at selected locations throughout the year. We'll update this page when we have more information.
Business owners and office staff can find out more about eCargo bikes at these events and some eCargo bikes will be made available to see and potentially try.
Impartial advice on buying the right type of eCargo bike is also available.
E-bike commuter project
We have procured a number of 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.
The aim of this project is to encourage and create travel behaviour change which switches people from vehicle use to e-bikes for short journeys (between 0 to 5 miles).
Advantages of using e-bikes
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.
Monitoring and evaluation of the e-bike commuter project
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 impacts that travel and transport have 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.
Dr Bikes is a free cycling advice service delivered by Brighton & Hove City Council and funded by the Department for Transport.
The Dr Bikes service is available for key workers, NHS staff, educational settings and community groups. Dr Bikes can attend your event and provide free cycling advice and basic servicing on bicycles.
The Dr Bikes mechanics are all:
fully qualified to give a professional and knowledgeable service
fully insured
DBS checked
What Dr Bikes offers
Dr Bikes can provide
minor mechanical adjustments and maintenance tips for tyres, chains and brakes
help with the comfort of your bike set up and riding position
advice on locking your cycle, correct helmet fitting and fitting recommended bike lights
advice such as use of gears, brakes and on road safety tips
recommended bike shops and services for any further needs
Dr Bikes does not provide
individual sessions for one person
a full bike service
What you need to know
Dr Bikes brings all the necessary equipment. You just need to provide a table and chair, plus shelter or an indoor space if it’s raining.
We recommend you promote the session at least two weeks before the event to generate interest and encourage people to bring their bikes along.
Dr Bike sessions are 3 hours long. The mechanic can service around 5 to 7 bikes in that time, depending on the amount of work that needs to be done.
If you're organising a Dr Bikes session for your staff, we recommend that you have a queuing system in place, with slots of 30 minutes. A Dr Bikes mechanic can notify staff when it is their turn and when their bike is ready for collection.
At community events, Dr Bikes will see bikes on a first come first served basis.
How to book Dr Bikes
Dr Bikes can be booked Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm.
To book you'll need to fill out the Dr Bikes booking form. You will receive an email confirming your booking and the information will be shared with our external partner who delivers Dr Bikes. A few days before the event, Dr Bikes will call you to finalise any details.