Groups offered transport grants

Community groups across Derbyshire are being invited to bid for a share of £42,000 to reduce car use.

Up to £1,000 is available to fund transport running costs or posters and leaflets to advertise projects.

Groups can apply for up to £5,000 for measures such as bikes, bikes stands, or setting up a car share scheme.

The county council scheme is available in North East Derbyshire, Amber Valley, Erewash and South Derbyshire and High Peak and Derbyshire Dales.

The council said small scale improvements to help people get to the shops, doctors, education and training and jobs and leisure outlets could make a big difference.

Councillor Chris Jackson, said: "Travelling is an essential part of everyday life, whether it's to work, the shops, to see your doctor, college, university or school.

"But getting to these places can be difficult for people who don't have access to a car."

The closing date for applications is 27 November.