The Proposed South Wales Metro Servicing Depot

Part of 2. Questions to the Cabinet Secretary for Economy and Transport – in the Senedd at 2:47 pm on 7 March 2018.

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Photo of Mick Antoniw Mick Antoniw Labour 2:47, 7 March 2018

Thank you for that answer. Of course, we welcome all the steps that have been taken with Transport for Wales and with this potential new job opportunity in the Taff Ely area, which is of considerable significance. The issue I raise really is about engagement with the local community. I remember the site well as the former South Wales Forgemasters site. The issues that will arise will obviously be the light and noise pollution during construction, potential access issues at Tŷ Rhiw junction, Cemetery Road and Cardiff Road, and the availability of sufficient parking at Taff's Well station, which is also an issue that has been raised as a proposal in there. What steps have been taken to ensure there is proper engagement and consultation with the local community over this, whilst actually welcoming the fact that there will be a real jobs opportunity for the area?