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Isabelle Clement MBE @isabelleclementmbe.bsky.social · 7d

@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk

Brent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · 14d

NEW STARTER PACK! This time I’m hoping to encourage and support global urbanists from OUTSIDE North America here on Bluesky, so hopefully this will help! Who’ve I missed? Just joined? Let me know! I’ll keep updating, so please keep checking & sharing this pack! And let’s try using #GlobalUrbanists.

Urbanists OUTSIDE North America Worth Following!

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Isabelle Clement MBE @isabelleclementmbe.bsky.social · 17d

It's today! Don't miss it! Still time to sign up for this lunchtime online launch event 😊.

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Wheels for Wellbeing @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · 18d

Tomorrow we launch the 5th Edition of the Guide to Inclusive Cycling!

Hear from Dame Sarah Storey, Phil Jones (PJA), and our own Kate Ball on why inclusive cycling matters and how great infrastructure makes a difference.

Thu 25 Sept
12:30–1:30pm
Register free: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Official launch of the 5th Edition of the Guide to Inclusive Cycling . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

us02web.zoom.us

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Wheels for Wellbeing @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · Sep 12

It’s #RememberACharity Week, a time to think about how you’d like to be remembered and to consider leaving a gift to charity in your Will after taking care of loved ones.

A photo of the VeloPlus wheelchair cycle, which is designed for transporting people, who remain seated in their own wheelchair, by cycle. A white woman with long brown hair is in a wheelchair, while a man in an orange top is cycling. They are on a path in a park with grass and trees behind them.

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Isabelle Clement MBE @isabelleclementmbe.bsky.social · Sep 8

The team at @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk has been busy re-writing, re-shaping the highly respected #GuideToInclusiveCycling over the last few months. The 5th edition is being launched online on 25/09. Great speakers! Details below
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Wheels for Wellbeing @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · Sep 8

We’re delighted to announce the official launch of the 5th Edition of the Wheels for Wellbeing Guide to Inclusive Cycling!

Date: Thursday 25th September
Time: 12:30–1:30pm
Location: Zoom

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Wheels for Wellbeing @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · Aug 27

Jeremy was a keen cyclist before and illness made cycling a two-wheeled bicycle impossible. Through the Wheels4Me scheme, he was able to explore tricycle options and get back to doing what he loves.

Watch his story below and find out how you can trial a cycle yourself at wheels4me.co.uk

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Isabelle Clement MBE @isabelleclementmbe.bsky.social · Aug 24

Sadly, only equipment that is specifically designed for Disabled people is VAT exemptable, when purchased by Disabled individuals (or a Disability charity). This excludes bicycles and even many tricycles ☹️.

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Isabelle Clement MBE @isabelleclementmbe.bsky.social · Aug 20

I used to be the poster-girl for #InclusiveCycling 😅. These days, many more #DisabledCyclists are visible on our streets 🥳👍🏻😀.
@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk is looking for models happy to help widen representation of #Cycling by #Disabled people. We only use fully consented pics. Pls get in touch 👇👇👇👇

Wheels for Wellbeing @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · Aug 20

Photos like these are really important for helping to raise awareness of our services and showing funders why we are worth supporting.

Let's make inclusive cycling visible!

#InclusiveCycling #AccessibleCycling #CyclingSessions

Poster with a grey background and the text "Models wanted. We need some new photos to show people what Wheels for Wellbeing is all about! Are you happy to be photographed at a session next week? Let us know." There are three photos of people on cycles and a big graphic of a camera.

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Isabelle Clement MBE @isabelleclementmbe.bsky.social · Aug 13

Such a wonderful illustration of the importance of #InclusiveCycleShare!
Developed & delivered in partnership with @peddlemywheels.bsky.social and @sustrans.bsky.social

@willnorman.co.uk

Wheels for Wellbeing @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · Aug 12

"It’s transformed my life; its given me freedom; its given me independence and helped me reconnect with my family.”

Hearing the stories of those who have benefited from our groundbreaking free loan scheme, makes what we do worthwhile.

Watch his story below:
youtu.be/q-ZnnXd3M2s

wheels4me.co.uk

Wheels4Me London- Jeremy's Story

YouTube video by Wheels for Wellbeing

youtu.be

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Wheels for Wellbeing @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · Aug 7

"The current regulations are nearly 40 years old and do not account for the devices people need to use".

Find out why we’re so excited that the Government has announced it's planning to review mobility aid law to make it fit for purpose.

www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

#MyCycleMyMobilityAid

Drawing of a wheelchair user, using a power add-on with a manual wheelchair. She is drawn with light brown skin and long brown hair in a ponytail and wearing a dark blue dress that comes close to her knees. She is wearing sunglasses and reaching forward, holding onto the handlebar of the power add-on. The front casters of her orange-coloured wheelchair are lifted slightly by the light blue power add-on. Behind the lightweight wheelchair, a quite large bag is visible hanging down behind the back of the wheelchair.

Screenshot of a tweet from Simon Lightwood MP. Jul 21.

"Everyone deserves safe, accessible transport.

That’s why we’re extending e-scooter trials to 2028 and expanding them to new towns to learn how best to regulate them.

We’re also looking at our mobility aid laws so disabled people can use the devices they need for independence." Accompanied with a photo, the alt text for which was "Hire escooters parked in a line in a designated parking area", image attribution Department for Transport.

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Isabelle Clement MBE @isabelleclementmbe.bsky.social · Aug 6

I didn't go on social media yesterday. Too busy enjoying a little do for my birthday 🥳. How lovely to find this card from my colleagues at @wheelsforwellbeing this morning on logging back in!! I truly have the best team!! 💖

Wheels for Wellbeing @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · Aug 5

Please join us in wishing our Director, @isabelleclementmbe.bsky.social, a very happy birthday and thanking her us for all the incredible work she does!

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Wheels for Wellbeing @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · Jul 23

Thrilled to be nominated for Diversity Champion in the #BikeBizAwards2025. You can't vote for us, as this category is 'decided by the BikeBiz team', but you can see our illustrious competition and vote on many other categories at: bikebizawards.com/shortlist/
Wishing everyone the very best of luck!

Stylised red and blue aurora borealis background with white text overlaid it which says "Bikebiz Awards 2025 Proud Finalist, Diversity Champion 2025"

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Isabelle Clement MBE @isabelleclementmbe.bsky.social · Jul 10

Chaired by Dr Hannah Barham-Brown, Governor of Motability Foundation

Dr Hannah Barham-Brown in front of Strategy title: Building Transport Equity Together

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Isabelle Clement MBE @isabelleclementmbe.bsky.social · Jul 10

Listening to a really interesting conversation about key aspects of #TransportEquity between 4 Disabled transport experts. James Lee, Director of #Publica, Caroline Strickland, CEO of #TransportForAll, David Aldwinckle, Director of Insight at #RNID & Michael Edwards, Independent Advisor.

Pic of booklet introducing James & Caroline

Pic of booklet introducing David & Michael.

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Isabelle Clement MBE @isabelleclementmbe.bsky.social · Jul 10

#TransportEquity
The Foundation will spend £600m across their charitable work and the organisation over 5 years of the strategy.

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Isabelle Clement MBE @isabelleclementmbe.bsky.social · Jul 10

Funding rounds will be announced next week.

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Isabelle Clement MBE @isabelleclementmbe.bsky.social · Jul 10

Transport themes in the new strategy:
- Private Transport
- Personal mobility (mentions cycles 👍🏻)
- Public Transport
- Shared Transport
- Journey-Making Support

A picture of the strategy document listing the 5 themes

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Isabelle Clement MBE @isabelleclementmbe.bsky.social · Jul 10

Within the context of the transport accessibility gap (Disabled people make 25% fewer journeys). Because of
- Cost
- Built environment
- Staff & passenger attitudes
- Barriers to driving
- Vehicle design (buses, trains, cars, planes)
- Access to equipment
- Future transport
- Planning burden

Lisa Jones, Chief Operating Officer presenting the new strategy

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Isabelle Clement MBE @isabelleclementmbe.bsky.social · Jul 10

At the @nationaltheatre.org.uk this morning for the launch of #MotabilityFoundation's 2025-2030 strategy.

Front page of the event programme with event title: Building Transport Equity Together

Cover of strategy document. Picture of a child in a wheelchair with his family around him by a van.

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Wheels for Wellbeing @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · Jun 30

Police should not be confiscating #Disabled people’s necessary equipment. Isra’s story illustrates Met bad practice and the need to sort out the law around mobility aids. #MyCycleMyMobilityAid.

See our briefing on current, failing, #MobilityAids policy: wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk/briefing-on-...

'The Met Police confiscated my wheelchair for 19 days'

Israel Vidal's wheelchair was taken by police because it had an electric attachment.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Wheels for Wellbeing @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · Jun 30

Tomorrow’s (1st July) session at Croydon is cancelled due to #ExtremeWeather Warning! Apologies.

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Wheels for Wellbeing @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · Jun 26

The Bus Services (No.2) Bill is at committee stage
Bus stop bypasses (floating bus stops) are being discussed
Well designed bus stop bypasses are the best option in some places for pan-impairment #ActiveTravel and public transport #accessibility. Here's why:
wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk/disabled-peo...

Disabled people’s mobility – why Bus Stop Bypasses are sometimes essential briefing

Wheels for Wellbeing is an award-winning charity supporting disabled people of all ages and abilities to enjoy the benefits of cycling.

wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk

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Wheels for Wellbeing @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · Jun 24

Free webinar this Thursday 26/06/2025 12.30-13.45

Residential streets – 12 elements for greener, healthier streets

Join us to discuss the challenges and solutions, with:
London Living Streets
Wheels for Wellbeing
@cprelondon.bsky.social
Possible

cpre-london.eventcube.io/events/85988...

Greener Streets - residential street design elements for the C21st

Residential streets have come to be dominated by car parking but in the C21st century, our streets need to host many other features to encourage people to travel by walking, cycling/wheeling and publi...

cpre-london.eventcube.io

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Isabelle Clement MBE @isabelleclementmbe.bsky.social · Jun 9

Pleasure to attend @cyclinguk.bsky.social reception at @ukparliament.parliament.uk in celebration of 10th anniversary of their #BigBikeRevival programme. Excellent speakers, all celebrating the power of #Cycling to improve lives.

Secretary of State for Transport Heidi Alexander

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Eric Doherty @ericdoherty.bsky.social · Jun 5

I interviewed @isabelleclementmbe.bsky.social of @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk about the confusing legislation in the UK, that limits #accessibility www.youtube.com/watch?v=DbTS...

Want Better UK Cycle Routes? Welcome wheelchairs and mobility scooters!

YouTube video by Eric D at Ecopath Planning

www.youtube.com

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Wheels for Wellbeing @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · Jun 2

Who caught us on BBC London last week? Proud to be featured for our work facilitating Disabled people to access #Inclusivecycling, both at our 3 London session locations and through the #Wheels4Me London free cycle loan scheme

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