Transport for Wales has announced details of a £194 million investment plan to improve all 247 railway stations across Wales.

The Station Improvement Vision highlights what improvements customers and communities, including Tywyn, Dolgellau, Harlech, Pwllheli, Criccieth and Porthmadog, can expect to see at their local stations over the next 15 years.

Stations such as Pwllheli will benefit from CCTV coverage, new and enhanced passenger shelters and secure cycling storage facilities. Wifi will also be rolled out at all stations across the network, and TfW say they will engage with local stakeholders to bring disused station space back to life for community use.

Where possible, TfW will also create new retail facilities, presenting opportunities for local businesses and work in partnership to develop community spaces at stations.

The improvements include expanding the Secure Station Accreditation programme, a UK accreditation in conjunction with the British Transport Police, which will make stations safer and more welcoming for customers.

James Price, TfW CEO said: “Transport for Wales is transforming transport throughout Wales and the launch of our Station Improvement Vision indicates the start of a £194 million investment programme. This investment into all our 247 railway stations will improve the way they look, make them safer and provide more commercial and community opportunities. We want to improve the overall customer experience and also work collaboratively to develop partnerships with local businesses and communities.”

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