This paper describes research performed by the Transport and Road Assessment Centre (TRAC) in the University of Ulster, UK in the Northern Ireland School Travel Study (NI STS). The research investigated issues that influence parents into driving their children to school. As part of the NI STS, cycling habits in two schools in rural and urban areas of County Antrim were examined. The proportions of pupils who cycled, walked or used buses, cars or trains to get to school were determined. Travel preferences were examined against the current travel mode. The relationship between distance between home and school and mode of transport was examined. Differences between summer and winter travel modes were studied. Barriers to cycling were considered: distance from school, weather factors, and personal security. The pupils were asked to rate the current cycling facilities and how they would improve facilities at their schools. Recommendations were made on ways that cycling to school could be promoted. For the covering entry of this conference please see ITRD E132365
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