1/ ‘Llwybr Newydd - New Path’ aims to reshape transport in Wales. Transport makes up 17% of Wales’ carbon emissions.' @WGEconTransport

In a nature & climate emergency does @VOGCouncil need another Rd going through nature rich habitats?

Say no new Rd here👉 https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/protecting-trees-and-woods/campaign-with-us/m4-link-road/#.X8pTPpx0SEM.twitter
2/ ‘Llwybr Newydd - New Path’ funding things like walking, cycling & public transport 1st. A ‘once in a generation’ moment to put public transport at our heart.

Can we afford up to £76.8M on a proposal that includes a new Rd?

Say no new Rd here👉 https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/protecting-trees-and-woods/campaign-with-us/m4-link-road/#.X8pTPpx0SEM.twitter
3/ ‘Llwybr Newydd - New Path’ strategy recognises that less commuting & more home working are likely to continue. @WelshGovernment has already outlined its long-term ambition for 30% of the workforce to work from home or remotely.

Say no new Rd here👉 https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/protecting-trees-and-woods/campaign-with-us/m4-link-road/#.X8pTPpx0SEM.twitter
4/ ‘Llwybr Newydd - New Path’ strategy recognises that more local services & more active travel can mean fewer people needing to use their cars daily. @CalmCampaign #KillTheCommute

Say no new Rd here👉 https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/protecting-trees-and-woods/campaign-with-us/m4-link-road/#.X8pTPpx0SEM.twitter
5/ ‘Llwybr Newydd - New Path’ travelling by car is seen as the easiest way to get around. If we're to succeed in tackling climate change that has to change. It’s going to take a big effort to encourage people to consider alternatives!

Say no new Rd here👉 https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/protecting-trees-and-woods/campaign-with-us/m4-link-road/#.X8pTPpx0SEM.twitter
6/ We'll only succeed in persuading people to alter their habits if we make the alternative to using the car more attractive. That’s the task of ‘Llwybr Newydd - New Path’ the new transport strategy👉 https://gov.wales/welsh-government-plans-major-reduction-transport-emissions-new-20-year-plan-published

Say no new Rd here👉 https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/protecting-trees-and-woods/campaign-with-us/m4-link-road/#.X8pTPpx0SEM.twitter
Welsh Government plans major reduction in transport emissions as new 20 year plan is published |...

Welsh Government today published its new draft transport strategy pledging a major reduction in carbon emissions from the transport network in Wales.

https://gov.wales/welsh-government-plans-major-reduction-transport-emissions-new-20-year-plan-published
7/ The proposed new Rd will damage the beautiful Vale of the Ely, cause considerable noise pollution and cause extensive damage to 'Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation' in a #NatureCrisis.

Say no new Rd here👉 https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/protecting-trees-and-woods/campaign-with-us/m4-link-road/#.X8pTPpx0SEM.twitter
8/ The proposed new Rd will remove irreplaceable mature hedgerows, #AncientWoodland and damage protected species in a dual nature / #ClimateEmergency

Say no new Rd here👉 https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/protecting-trees-and-woods/campaign-with-us/m4-link-road/#.X8pTPpx0SEM.twitter @WoodlandTrust
9/ The overwhelming evidence is that building roads doesn’t fix traffic jams – it encourages more traffic, increasing congestion and emissions. @VCFFG15 @CalmCampaign

Say no new Rd👉 https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/protecting-trees-and-woods/campaign-with-us/m4-link-road/#.X8pTPpx0SEM.twitter
9/ The overwhelming evidence is that building roads doesn’t fix traffic jams – it encourages more traffic, increasing congestion and emissions. @VCFFG15 @CalmCampaign Say no new Rd https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/protecting-trees-and-woods/campaign-with-us/m4-link-road/#.X8pTPpx0SEM.twitter
9/ The overwhelming evidence is that building roads doesn’t fix traffic jams – it encourages more traffic, increasing congestion and emissions. @VCFFG15 @CalmCampaign Say no new Rd https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/protecting-trees-and-woods/campaign-with-us/m4-link-road/#.X8pTPpx0SEM.twitter
10/ So why not, 'really' take a ‘Llwybr Newydd - New Path’ & say no more new roads👉 https://campaigns.woodlandtrust.org.uk/page/70903/action/1
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