For Business

Every day, over 220,000 people travel to 50,000 different workplaces in Somerset. The impact of all this travel is substantial.

For Business and Employers

Efficient transport minimises costs, increases custom and reduces congestion and pollution in the local area. Business owners and employers have a responsibility to manage transport of goods and people to/from their site. 

Organisations that take steps to manage the traffic generated by their business can improve the productivity and efficiency of their business, the health and wellbeing of staff, customer experience and perception of the organisation amongst employees, local residents, consumer groups and local authorities.

• If you are planning a significant expansion or development of your business which will require planning permission, you will also need to demonstrate that you are taking steps to minimise car traffic generated by your organisation. A council-approved travel plan may be required as evidence.

For Employees

Employees can generate great benefits for themselves, their neighbours, colleagues and the environment by thinking carefully about how they travel to work. Travelling alone by car is potentially the most expensive, time consuming and environmentally damaging way to travel.

In many cases there are cheaper, healthier and greener alternatives, which employers can help staff to use by ensuring their policies and practises allow and encourage people to choose more sustainable options.