08/06/2026
Better by Bike
Bike for Good has received funding to run a pilot project called Better By Bike. They aim to work with 50 low-income households to overcome transport barriers, and in doing so, improve access to employment, education and essential services.
Running over a 10-12 week period, they will:
- provide a standard bike for each person
- train participants to cycle confidently and safely to the National Standard
- offer a 2-day home mechanic course on essential bike maintenance
- offer additional opportunities to achieve recognised qualifications such as: First Aid, Cycle Trainer, Ride Leader, Cytech, Safeguarding and Health & Safety (if desired).
Applicants must:
- be of working age
- have a maximising household income goal e.g. seeking more work, training, apprenticeship or education
- reside within the Glasgow area
- Be either: a Parent or Guardian of a child or young person 18 or under or a young person (16 - 18) contributing to their or their families income
- find transport costs are a barrier to change
- be interested in exploring cycling as a solution
Not required:
- To be able to ride a bike, participants can be taught from scratch
- English as a first language e.g. interpreters can be provided
Application form link:
Better by Bike is a pilot project designed to combat poor transportation access within the Glasgow area. Bike for Good hopes that by assisting participants on how to cycle on roads safely, maintain and care for their bicycle and provide participants with their very own bicycle, we can help people ge...
