PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
South Wales Main Line: Electrification (24 February 2016)
Question Asked
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what additional capacity for extra stations is planned for East Cardiff as a result of the electrification of the Great Western main line.
Asked by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour)
Asked by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour)
Answer
There is currently no additional capacity for extra stations planned for East Cardiff within Network Rail’s current capital spending period (2014-2019).
However, I can confirm that the second round for the New Station Fund will begin in Spring 2016. The New Stations Fund is to provide funding for the construction of brand new or reopened stations that are promoted by third parties. £20 million will be available and local authorities who are interested are encouraged to submit bids for the funds.
Answered by:
Claire Perry (Conservative)
29 February 2016
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