A study into the rail corridors of west and central Lancashire have identified three opportunities to develop the rail network that should be taken forward for further development. The report
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Politicians back Burscough curves bid
MPs have backed a bid for funding to restore the Burscough curves, which would enable better rail connectivity in west Lancashire. The curves would improve connectivity between Preston and Southport,
Continue readingMixed updates for Liverpool City Region proposals
Progress has been made on a number of proposals across the Liverpool City Region following an update to the rail strategy that will be discussed this week. The GRIP 3
Continue readingLocal MP questions Burscough comments by Transport minister
The MP for West Lancashire has followed up comments made by the Transport minister with parliamentary questions to the Department for Transport. Click here for the article
Continue readingTransport minister to look into Burscough curves
Chris Grayling has said that he will look into the viability of the proposals to restore the Burscough curves. If the curves were restored, passenger services could operate from Southport
Continue readingNew Stations proposed as part of Merseyside Rail Strategy
A number of new railway stations and pieces of infrastructure have been proposed as part of a Merseyside Rail Strategy. The Liverpool City Region Long Term Rail Strategy has recommended
Continue readingCampaign group calls for Burscough Curves
This week chairman of Ormskirk, Preston, Southport Traveller’s Association (OPSTA) Alan Fantom saidthat OPSTA think the Burscough Curves are vital to the sustainable economic development, social cohesion and mobility of
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