West of England Combined Authority approved funding to support the development of business cases for rail projects on 14 June 2019 Following the completion of the Outline develop a Full
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MP calls for Henbury Loop and Lockleaze station
The Bristol North West MP has called for Bristol Council to consider the delivery of Henbury Loop instead of the approved Henbury Spur in a letter to the councils member
Continue readingLight rail proposal for Portishead
The West of England mayor has discussed plans to develop the rail network in the region with the Transport Secretary. The plans include reopening the railway station serving Henbury and
Continue readingHenbury station site selected
The site of the proposed railway station at Henbury has been selected and is expected to be signed off at the next meeting of the West of England Joint Committee
Continue readingGovernment announces support for rail schemes
The government has announced a new strategy for rail that suggests support to restore railway lines and stations from the government. The strategic vision for rail has made reference to
Continue readingConservative leaders call for Portishead postponement
Conservative leaders in Bristol have called for the project to reconnect Portishead to the rail network to be postponed as costs escalate. The project is currently part of phase 1
Continue readingBath mayoral candidate proposes new railway stations
The Conservative candidate for Metro Mayor has proposed a transport strategy that includes new stations at Filton North, Portway Park and Ride, Henbury and Ashley Hill. He also wants to investigate
Continue readingCampaigners ask Council to call in decision on Henbury Loop
Campaigners have urged Bristol City Council to call in the decision to not proceed with the Henbury loop. Click here for the article
Continue readingHenbury loop ruled out
The Bristol Henbury loop line has been ruled out following a report that advocated the cheaper spur option. Source: BBC News
Continue readingHenbury Loop funding secured
The funding to allow passenger train services on the Henbury Loop has been secured. However, the Bristol Port Company is investigating options to place the railway line in a cutting
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