JOURNAL ARTICLE

Studies from Cardiff University Add New Findings in the Area of Travel Behavior and Society (Exploring Public Discourse About New Cycle Lanes and Low-traffic Neighbourhoods Using Twitter/x Data).

  • Published In: Psychology & Psychiatry Journal, 2026. P. 527 1 of 2

  • Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

The article focuses on a study examining public sentiment towards sustainable transport initiatives, specifically new cycle lanes and Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs), in the United Kingdom. Conducted by researchers at Cardiff University, the study analyzed 36,696 tweets over four years, revealing that while most sentiments were positive, negative reactions increased following the announcement of the UK Government's Emergency Active Travel Fund in May 2020. Key discussion topics included cycle lane design and user experiences, with limited focus on broader benefits like climate change mitigation. The research highlights the effectiveness of social media analysis in understanding public opinion on transport infrastructure changes. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Psychology & Psychiatry Journal. 2026/01, p527
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Environmental Sciences
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:1944-2718
  • Accession Number:190619280
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