By Stewart McConnell

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A vital service which helps promote sustainable travel across the community will continue thanks to new funding secured by South :Lanarkshire Council. The council have been awarded funding to continue running the BetterPoints – Think, Move, Breathe app. The funding from Strathclyde Partnership for Transport’s People and Place Programme will allow the app to continue until March 2026, promoting active and sustainable travel by rewarding users for walking, cycling, wheeling, running, and using public transport. During 2024-25, more than 160,000 active and sustainable journeys were recorded on the app with 79 per cent of participants agreeing they are more likely to walk for a journey as a result of the BetterPoints – Think, Move, Breathe app. Chair of the council’s Community and Enterprise Resources Committee, Councillor Robert Brown has hailed the renewed support for the app service. He said: “This welcome funding will allow even more people to take part in the Think, Move Breathe challenge. “This successful campaign complements the council’s wider strategy to create a safe and accessible sustainable transport network as well as helping to improve air quality across South Lanarkshire and beyond.” Users download the free BetterPoints app, which tracks journeys and awards points based on the distance and mode of travel. These points can be redeemed for vouchers at local businesses, donated to charities, and used to enter prize draws, creating incentives to choose sustainable travel options. By choosing to walk, cycle, or take the bus or train, you’re not just getting from A to B—you’re creating positive changes which help reduce pollution, ease traffic congestion, and lower carbon emissions. Together, these actions build greener, safer, and more vibrant communities for everyone now and for future generations. The beauty of active travel is its simplicity. Whether it’s a short walk to work, a bike ride with friends, or hopping on the bus or train, these choices add up to a healthier planet and a healthier and happier you. To find out more and to download the app go to the Better Points website . * Don’t miss the latest he adlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here . And did you know Lanarkshire Live is on Facebook ? Head on over and give us a like and share!