Plans are underway to encourage pupils to walk or cycle to school.
That's according to Infrastructure Minister Ray Harmer, who was questioned on the topic in Tynwald earlier this week.
MLC Kerry Sharpe asked the minister what plans he has to promote active travel to schools across the Island.
In response, Mr Harmer said his department is making an action plan to urge children to exercise more, such as implementing a walking bus.
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