Cllr Rob Walker, Chair of SMART, was able to ask questions at the WYCA Kirklees Consultation Transport Committee meeting held on 21st October.
The main question focused on the plans to mitigate difficulties for travellers from Slaithwaite & Marsden stations during Transpennine Upgrade work taking place elsewhere on the route. Unfortunately there are still no definite plans for even the first phase of this project. We were assured by the WYCA Transport Committee Chair and rail industry representatives that as the schedule of work emerges SMART will be consulted on the plans for passengers travelling longer distances to Leeds or Manchester.
We will work hard to keep passengers informed and to represent your interests.
The issue of serious accessibility concerns at both our stations was yet again highlighted. Again, there are still no definite plans on the table after years of discussions. At least we continue to maintain the profile of these long term concerns at regional level.