{"id":106946,"date":"2021-10-26T09:53:15","date_gmt":"2021-10-26T08:53:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/politicscouk.wpengine.com\/?post_type=opinion-former&#038;p=106946"},"modified":"2021-10-26T09:53:15","modified_gmt":"2021-10-26T08:53:15","slug":"living-streets","status":"publish","type":"opinion-former","link":"https:\/\/www.politics.co.uk\/opinion-former\/living-streets\/","title":{"rendered":"Living Streets"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We are Living Streets, the UK charity for everyday walking.<\/p>\n<p>We want to create a nation where walking is the natural choice for everyday, local journeys; free from congested roads and pollution, reducing the risk of preventable illnesses and social isolation. We want to achieve a better walking environment and to inspire people of all generations to enjoy the benefits the simple act of walking brings.<\/p>\n<p>For over 90 years we\u2019ve been a beacon for walking. 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