Discussions have taken place around the transformation of travel habits in Northern Ireland to help reduce emissions.

A debate was held on the Committee for Infrastructure's report on the Decarbonisation of Transport yesterday, 29 November.

Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan has called for greater investment in travel infrastructure to prepare the industry for a transformation.

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Cathal Boylan said: "The climate crisis must be tackled urgently. Failing to do so will cause harm to our communities and future generations.


"Transport accounts for around 23% emissions in the north. Not only this but emissions from road traffic are also linked to conditions which include strokes, heart disease, lung cancer and respiratory infections.


"It is clear we need to transform the way we travel but we need the infrastructure in place to make this a reality.  

"This means delivering first-class public transport, committing to active travel infrastructure and encouraging the uptake of electric vehicles.


"It is vital we properly prepare our road and rail network so we can fully embrace green and sustainable transport."