Plaid Cymru pushes UK government for greater rail funding and devolved powers for Wales
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David Deans
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Summary
Plaid Cymru is demanding increased funding and devolved powers for Wales' railway infrastructure from the UK government. The Welsh government currently maintains only a small number of lines in the south Wales valleys, while most rail infrastructure falls under UK government responsibility. Previous Welsh administrations have long complained about underinvestment in Wales' rail network, with grievances amplified by the massive spending on HS2 (potentially £102.7bn, not opening until 2039). A Plaid Cymru transport minister states that millions already earmarked for new stations is insufficient.
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Previous Welsh governments have long complained that Wales' rail network has suffered from under investment.
The large sums of money spent on HS2 ramped up those grievances.
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