TfW’s Platform Accessibility Scheme: Wales Rail Upgrades for All Passengers

Transport for Wales is investing £2.5 million in the Platform Accessibility Scheme, upgrading 14 stations across the Wales and Borders network for enhanced accessibility.

TfW’s Platform Accessibility Scheme: Wales Rail Upgrades for All Passengers
April 24, 2017 4:35 pm
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Introduction

In December 2023, Transport for Wales (TfW) announced that 14 stations across the Wales and Borders network will receive accessibility upgrades as part of the “Platform Accessibility Scheme”. The upgrades, totaling £2.5 million, are aimed at improving accessibility for passengers.

Platform Accessibility Scheme Details

The “Platform Accessibility Scheme” will be implemented across 14 stations within the Wales and Borders network. The initiative, valued at £2.5 million, is designed to enhance accessibility for passengers. The upgrades will encompass various improvements to ensure ease of access for all users.

Station-Specific Upgrades

The 14 stations slated for upgrades include Abergavenny, Barry, Buckley, Cardiff Central, Carmarthen, Cwmbran, Flint, Llandudno, Llanelli, Pontypridd, Prestatyn, Radyr, and Wrexham General. Work will involve installing tactile paving, adjusting platform heights, and improving ramp access where necessary. The project’s primary goal is to provide a safer and more user-friendly environment for all travelers.

Project Funding and Timeline

The £2.5 million investment for the “Platform Accessibility Scheme” is part of the ongoing efforts by TfW to modernize and improve the rail network. The project’s funding structure and specific completion dates for each station were not detailed in the announcement. The scheme aligns with TfW’s broader strategy to create a more inclusive and accessible transport system.

Railway upgrades

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Conclusion

Transport for Wales is set to upgrade 14 stations across the Wales and Borders network through the “Platform Accessibility Scheme”. The £2.5 million investment focuses on enhancing accessibility, with upgrades including tactile paving, platform adjustments, and improved ramp access. The project aims to create a more inclusive transport environment for all passengers.

Company Summary

Transport for Wales (TfW): TfW is responsible for managing and improving the rail network in Wales and the borders region. Their objective is to modernize and create a more accessible transport system.

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