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Cycling Action Plan for Scotland.

Last Updated: 30/06/2010

The Cycling Action Plan for Scotland sets out how the Government will get 10% of all journeys by bike by 2020, through expanding cycle routes across the country and enhancing delivery of cycle training in schools.

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Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Last Updated: 08/04/2010

UK Government Department that aims to improve the quality of life for all through cultural and sporting activities, to support the pursuit of excellence and to champion the tourism, creative and leisure industries.

organisations and groups

Agita Mundo Network

Last Updated: 31/03/2010

The purpose of the Agita Mundo Network is to promote physical activity as a healthy behavior for people of all around the world.

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Living Streets: Scotland

Last Updated: 17/03/2010

Living Streets is the national charity that stands up for pedestrians.

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Scottish Intercollegiate Guideline Network (SIGN)

Last Updated: 02/12/2009

The Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network (SIGN) develops evidence based clinical practice guidelines for the National Health Service (NHS) in Scotland. SIGN guidelines are derived from a systematic review of the scientific literature and are designed as a vehicle for accelerating the translation of new knowledge into action to meet our aim of reducing variations in practice, and improving patient-important outcomes.

organisations and groups

EPODE European Network

Last Updated: 20/10/2009

The aim of this network is to help to facilitate the implementation of community-based initiatives using the EPODE methodology in other European countries.

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British Cardiovascular Society

Last Updated: 20/10/2009

Involved in education, the setting of clinical standards and research into heart and circulatory diseases, the BCS aims to support and represent all those working in the fields of cardiovascular care and research.

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Association of Community Health Partnerships

Last Updated: 20/10/2009

The Association assists and supports Community Health Partnerships (CHPs) and Community Health and Care Partnerships in Scotland.

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Glasgow Centre for Population Health

Last Updated: 20/10/2009

This research and development centre works across all areas of research, policy, implementation and community life to help inform national health improvement and tackle health inequaties. It has a particular focus on work that will improve the health of Glasgow’s population.

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Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland

Last Updated: 08/10/2009

Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland CHSS was established as a medical charity to help those suffering from chest related illnesses.

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Alzheimer Scotland

Last Updated: 24/09/2009

Alzheimer Scotland provide information and support for people with dementia, their families and carers.

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European Network for the Promotion of Health Enhancing Physical Activity

Last Updated: 22/09/2009

The European network for the promotion of health-enhancing physical activity (HEPA Europe) is a collaborative project which works for better health through physical activity among all people in the WHO European Region, by strengthening and supporting efforts to increase participation and improve the conditions for healthy lifestyles.

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Global Advocacy for Physical Activity

Last Updated: 21/09/2009

Global Advocacy for Physical Activity (GAPA) is focused on helping to achieve greater commitment and actions to maintain and increase levels of physical activity in all countries.

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Scottish Public Health Observatory

Last Updated: 15/09/2009

The Scottish Public Health Observatory (ScotPHO) produces statistical public health information for Scotland.

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British Trust for Conservation Volunteers

Last Updated: 15/09/2009

BTCV was set up in 1959 and has a successful history of environmental conservation volunteering throughout the UK and around the world.

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British Waterways

Last Updated: 15/09/2009

British Waterways are the lead agency reponsible for inland waterways in the UK.

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The British Heart Foundation National Centre for Physical Activity and Health

Last Updated: 15/09/2009

The British Heart Foundation National Centre for Physical Activity and Health (BHFNC) is a key source for physical activity and health information in the UK.

research group

Scottish Physical Activity Research Collaboration (SPARColl)

Last Updated: 14/09/2009

The Scottish Physical Activity Research Collaboration (SPARColl) is based at the University of Strathclyde, funded by the Scottish Government and managed by NHS Health Scotland.

research group

National Physical Activity Research and Evaluation (NPARE) Group

Last Updated: 14/09/2009

The National Physical Activity Research and Evaluation (NPARE) group has been formed at the request of The Scottish Government to promote partnership working on research and evaluation on any aspect of increasing physical activity amongst the Scottish population.

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BackCare

Last Updated: 31/08/2009

As an independent national charity, BackCare acts as the national organisation for healthy backs in the UK.

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