In England, ministers set a goal for 60% of children to travel to school “actively” by walking or cycling by 2035. The plan is linked to a broader active travel push intended to make routes safer and easier to use for families in towns and cities. BBC reports that the government is promising thousands of safer paths and crossings to support the target, aiming to increase everyday physical activity for pupils. The Guardian likewise highlights the 60% target and describes it as a national ambition for children to walk or cycle to school by the deadline. Other coverage points to new infrastructure investment, including funding of £4.5 billion for routes and safer crossings under the strategy, as reported via summaries referencing GOV.UK. Some commentary and outlets note debate around how cycling and walking policies affect motorists, but the core policy details across the reports remain focused on the national target and the planned improvements to crossings and routes that would enable more children to travel actively.