Conference
Our national cycling conference 2026 will explore the theme: “Supporting everyday cycling in communities across Scotland: investment, impact and growth”.
09.00 - registration opens, coffee and networking in exhibition hall
09.35 - Welcome, followed by Ministerial address: Stephen Flynn, Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Tourism and Transport
10.15 - Welcome to Perth: Councillor Eric Drysdale, Leader of the Perth & Kinross Council
10.30 - morning break and networking
11.15 - Keynote speaker: Anna Holligan (BBC Foreign Correspondent)
11.45 - Keynote speaker: Paul McNamee (journalist, broadcaster and previous editor of The Big Issue)
12.15 - Lunch, networking and exhibition
Throughout the day you’ll have the opportunity to connect and network with other delegates.
Our exhibition hall showcases organisations from the public and private sectors as well as charities and voluntary groups. The Bike Station will be on-site with their Dr Bike service – bring your bike along to get a free health check.
13.30 - Breakout sessions will give the chance to dive deeper into key topics:
- Safer, healthier and more connected places
- Facilitated roundtable discussions exploring inclusive cycle training, communication data, and climate adaptation
- Helping more people to access cycle storage, parking and bikes
- Walking, wheeling and cycling study tours, highlighting plans for new infrastructure in Perth city centre, and showcasing active travel initiatives
14.45 - Quick afternoon break
15.05 - Keynote speaker: Zara Mohammed (previous Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain)
We’re conscious many delegates will be catching trains home, and are aiming to close promptly by 4pm.
Registration now open
Registration is open; book now for an opportunity to share learning and celebrate progress towards more people travelling by bike for everyday journeys.
