Hospital cycle hub supporting key workers’ journeys

11.04 | 5 July 2021 |

Enfield Council has installed a ‘ground-breaking’ new cycling hub at North Middlesex NHS University Hospital.

Funded by TfL as part of the Healthy Streets programme, the hub includes changing and washing facilities, bike storage and a drying area.

It is decorated with positive images of cycling and the NHS – and free for all hospital staff, nurses and doctors to use.

Enfield Council hopes the hub will provide the borough’s key workers with greater traveling choices. It is also working with the hospital to help deliver additional cycle parking which can be used by visitors.

Cllr Nesil Caliskan, leader of Enfield Council, said: “Our local hospital and health staff have been on the front line fighting against COVID-19 and trying to keep the rest of us well. It is really important our key workers’ journeys into work are both healthy and safe.

“Through our Healthy Streets projects, we have taken a comprehensive approach to promoting active travel in the borough.

“This first-class facility is just one example of our success in delivery and demonstrates what’s possible when we work together with our partners in the NHS and TfL.

“It is now more important than ever for us to support the work force and the local economy and enable people to choose different ways to travel.

“More walking and cycling will free up capacity on our roads and public transport for people who need to travel this way. We’re delighted to be able to play a role in helping to maintain healthy and active NHS workers as they work tirelessly to support us.”

Dr Andy Heeps, interim chief executive, North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust, said: “As healthcare providers, we have a responsibility to not only encourage our patients to make healthier lifestyle choices but also provide our staff with the facilities to enable them to do the same.

“By offering our staff a safe and secure place to park their bikes as well as changing facilities, it allows them to start their working day with a fresh and active mind set.

“Together with Enfield Council and TfL, we are providing staff with a one-stop solution which will hopefully make cycling into work more convenient and accessible for all.”


 

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