Part of 1. Questions to the Minister for Economy and Transport – in the Senedd at 2:06 pm on 22 January 2020.
Yes, of course. As the Member is aware, Transport for Wales have undertaken an outline business case study of the Ebbw Vale line on behalf of the Welsh Government, and we are now reviewing its findings in order to set out next steps. I can confirm also that the outline business case has identified an estimate of the total capital cost to achieve four trains per hour on the Ebbw Vale line.
It's important to note that this route is owned and maintained by Network Rail and, as a consequence, it's answerable to the Department for Transport. Therefore, the ability to deliver any infrastructure improvements over the coming years will be wholly dependent on full UK Government support. I will, Llywydd, make a further announcement on future opportunities for improving services very shortly.