The Ramblers’ Association is taking Ministers and MPs on a walk in their own backyard, to help launch the Ordnance Survey’s pioneering new urban mapping technology at Westminster today (11 November 2008).
The national walking charity is joining with the Ordnance Survey and the British Heart Foundation to highlight the benefits of walking and regular exercise for physical and mental health.
The route, which includes many historic highlights, will leave Parliament Square passing Buckingham Palace and St James’ Palace, before returning to the Houses of Parliament and an organised reception in the House of Commons.
Ramblers’ CEO Tom Franklin, will impress politicians with the need for cross party support for the benefits of walking, as well as alerting them to the mapping technology available to make the task easier.
Parliamentary Officer, Ed Turner, said: “We are engaging with MPs, Ministers and policy makers across all parties to highlight the role walking can play in improving the mental and physical health of the nation. Just 30 minutes of walking a day five times a week can make all the difference.”
More information is available at http://www.ramblers.org.uk/gwkw/
