Railway station improvement plan unveiled

Transport for Wales (TfW) has outlined details of the £194m investment plan to improve all 247 railway stations across the country.The Station Improvement Vision highlights what improvements customers and communities can expect to see at their local stations over the next 15 years.The programme will include free WiFi, improved shelters, CCTV, improved provision for cycle storage and improved passenger information, at every station.Where possible, Transport for Wales will also create new retail facilities, presenting opportunities for local businesses and work in partnership to develop community spaces at stations.The improvements include expanding the Secure Station Accreditation programme, a UK accreditation in conjunction with the British Transport Police, which will make stations safer and more welcoming for customers.TfW will create at least 1,500 additional car parking spaces across the network, making it easier for people to leave their car and use public transport.The plan also highlights how accessibility will be enhanced across the network with the delivery of 11 Access for All schemes by 2024, with the installation of footbridges with lifts or ramps, part funded by the UK Department for Transport.Transport minister Ken Skates added: “Over the next 15 years this huge investment will vastly improve important gateways to our cities, towns and villages.