Starmer reiterates pledge to build Deeside Industrial Park station

With Senedd elections weeks away, the Prime Minister will today endorse Transport for Wales’ plan for the future of rail in the country, which could cost £14bn to turn into reality.

As part of the strategy, seven new stations are to be built, including one at Deeside Industrial Park.

The other six stations to receive government funding are Magor and Undy, Llanwern, Cardiff East, Newport West, Somerton, and Cardiff Parkway – all in South Wales.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves had already promised the seven stations at June’s Spending Review, committing close to £500bn.

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will head to South Wales today to reiterate the promise and endorse the wider rail investment plan, which includes plans to free up capacity on the Wrexham – Liverpool line by removing freight trains serving Padeswood Cement Works from the main line.

In addition to the new stations, the government said it will invest around £30m in safety and service improvements on the North Wales Coast Main Line.

“For too long, Wales has been let down by a UK government unwilling to do the hard yards and build the future they deserve,” Starmer said.

“This government is turning the page on historic dither and delay with seven new stations, thousands of jobs, and a generational commitment to build a rail network fit for Wales’ future.

“This isn’t tinkering nor sticking plasters. This is investment for the long term – and change communities will feel. This is putting Wales on the front foot and getting Britain building again.”