Investing in our transport infrastructure grows the local economy.
The delayed upgrades to Ely rail junction has ramifications for Norfolk and Suffolk. This £500m scheme is essential to unlock our rail network, improve East West travel, reduce commuting times and encourage investment – generating an estimated £2.2bn for the local economy. Furthermore, alongside upgrades to Haughley junction, these improvements could remove 98,000 HGV and 376,000 car journeys from our roads every year. We need to keep up the pressure for this important scheme and continue to make the case for investment.
These improvements would drive investment, reduce commuting times, improve safety, reduce pollution and enhance lives across our area.
