RESIDENTS in Malvern are being encouraged to cycle more with the creation of a new reimbursement scheme.
Malvern Hills District Council (MHDC) is offering a £50 reimbursement scheme to motivate people to choose their bicycle over their car for short journeys.
The scheme is open to people who live in the Malvern Hills District and by signing up, cyclists of any skill level can be reimbursed £50 towards the cost of a bicycle check or service, replacement parts, tools, locks, accessories, or even a new bicycle.
To take part, residents will need to fill out an application form online to receive a voucher number and a bank details form.
After this, all they need to do is make their purchase from one of the local participating businesses listed on the council website, make sure they get their receipt, and send this back with the voucher number and completed bank details form.
Participants can choose from seven local businesses across the Malvern Hills District.
Councillor Tom Wells, portfolio holder for communities, health and wellbeing at Malvern Hills District Council, said: “The scheme is a great opportunity for us to help people look after their bike or even help towards buying a new one.
“One of our council priorities is to promote and support sustainable travel solutions, including low carbon and active travel. As a regular cyclist myself, I hope people of all skill levels take advantage of this offer”.
The Bike Boost scheme has received funding from the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
Visit www.malvernhills.gov.uk/bike-boost for more information.
