Better Road, Rail and Transport Links

Sarah Atherton in Wrexham General

Now that we are a city, transport connectivity within Wrexham, across Wales and cross-border with England has never been more important. We need to fully grasp the opportunities that are coming our way and capitalise on Wrexham’s new status by meeting the transport needs of residents, local businesses, and tourists. Wrexham needs a transport structure to operate like the capital of North Wales.

 

What I have done to improve transport services in Wrexham:

Cracked down on private parking firms in Wrexham:

Involved in discussions concerning better and more regular rail services from Wrexham General Station to London, Liverpool, and Chester

Challenged the Welsh Government's imposition of a 20mph speed limit in built-up areas:

Launched a new transport survey after an increasing number of complaints from constituents about the state of roads, parking, and connectivity in Wrexham:

Lobbied Transport for Wales on behalf of Wrexham residents and rail user groups to drastically improve services:

News

LATEST: Sarah Atherton MP commenting on the Welsh Govt 20mph policy

Sarah Atherton MP commented: 

“The Welsh Labour Government’s 20mph rollout, just 26 days old is a mess. With 30mph signs still standing in areas now designated 20mph, and a confusing website listing exempted roads, it’s a recipe for disaster.” 

Commenting on the 20mph policy since its disastrous implementation

It has been only ten days since the Welsh Government introduced the blanket 20mph speed limit. I have already been inundated with emails from constituents who have expressed their anger at the chaotic, confusing, and dangerous implementation of this policy.

Calling for an independent review of the TfW service in North Wales

Recently, I received a copy of a letter written by Rail Users’ Associations covering Merseyside, Cheshire, Shropshire, Wrexham, and Flintshire, highlighting their serious concerns about Transport for Wales’ (TfW) failing service. Sadly, this abysmal service is nothing new.

Raising Transport for Wales shocking service in the House of Commons

Having been contacted by many rail associations in relation to the shoddy Welsh Labour Government-run Transport for Wales service, I was keen to raise these concerns in the House of Commons during Business Questions. To see the question being raised in the Chamber, click here.