Guernsey Employment Trust collaborates to provide e-bikes for accessible employment
- Guernsey Employment Trust has partnered with several organisations to provide e-bikes to clients.
- The initiative aims to support disabled and neurodivergent islanders in accessing employment.
- Positive feedback highlights increased independence and confidence among participants.
- Collaboration from the John Ramplin Charitable Trust and Cycle World has facilitated the scheme.
- GET’s Chief Executive emphasises the importance of removed barriers to employment through this initiative.
Guernsey Employment Trust has launched an initiative to provide three e-bikes to clients in collaboration with the John Ramplin Charitable Trust, Cycle World, and the Health Improvement Commission.
This effort is designed to support disabled and neurodivergent islanders in achieving greater independence in their commute to work.
The e-bike scheme aligns with GET’s mission to promote meaningful employment opportunities while encouraging healthier and more sustainable travel choices.
The HIC’s Be Active workstream supports initiatives that encourage walking and cycling for everyday transport.
Amy Woollaston, Active Travel Officer, said: “The Be Active workstream encourages everyday walking and cycling, and I fully support initiatives like the GET e-bike scheme, which makes cycling more accessible for those wanting to travel by bike.”
Feedback from GET clients demonstrates the positive impact of the scheme on their daily lives. One client, Katie, sought assistance from HIC to improve her cycling confidence.
After participating in Cycle Confidence sessions, she successfully began riding her e-bike to work and exploring the area.
Katie remarked, “Thank you so much to HIC and GET for all your help in learning to cycle on the roads. Getting through town feels like a huge achievement even if the roundabout was quite intimidating. Hopefully soon I'll have the confidence to do it by myself.”
Another client, Cameron, shared his gratitude for the assistance he received. He stated, “Back in March of 2025, I was kindly given an e-bike, and words can’t describe how appreciative I am of this.
“Without going into too much detail, I have struggled over several years with personal difficulties, and the e-Bike Scheme has helped me gain my confidence and independence back. I can’t recommend the Guernsey Employment Trust enough.”
James, another participant, noted the advantages he has experienced from using the e-bike: “The bike I have been able to use has provided much easier access to lots of places and I am very grateful.”
The initiative has been made possible through the support of the John Ramplin Charitable Trust.
Trustee Tony Woodland said: “We are delighted to contribute to GET’s scheme, which is helping clients develop the confidence and skills needed for independent travel, ultimately enhancing their ability to secure work.”
Support from Cycle World played a crucial role in the project; owner Ben Walden explained, “When GET asked us to provide bikes at factory prices and discounted servicing, we agreed knowing lower costs meant more people could access e-bikes.”
GET’s Chief Executive, Nikki Ioannou-Droushiotis, said: “The e-Bike Scheme has been fantastic for our clients.
“It has increased independence, reduced financial pressures, and encouraged healthier, more active lifestyles. Most importantly, it has removed a significant barrier to employment, opening up opportunities that were previously out of reach.”
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