PLANS to develop and improve an historic North Yorkshire railway have been given a £500,000 boost by the region’s economic partnership.
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway is looking to carry out a £2.87 million scheme which will modernise its infrastructure and allow more visitors and commuters to use the line, tying into proposals for a second platform at Whitby and paving the way for new timetables.
The £500,000 contribution is being provided by the York, North Yorkshire and East Riding Enterprise Partnership, whose chairman, Barry Dodd, said: “Improving travel connections across Yorkshire is a core component of our strategy for developing the region.
“Not only will this help businesses attract and retain high-quality employees, it will also give us a new opportunity to attract tourists who will be introduced to the area with the launch of the Tour de France later this year.”
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article