Government commits to future funding in Crewe following HS2 cancellation
By Ryan Parker 24th Nov 2023
The government has outlined its commitment to funding new regeneration and growth opportunities in Crewe, following its decision to cancel HS2.
This week, secretary of state for transport, Mark Harper, wrote to Crewe and Nantwich MP, Dr Kieran Mullan, committing to "extensive work" for Crewe and Cheshire East.
Mr Harper's letter confirms further funding will be made available, including through 'Local Integrated Transport Settlements' due to be announced.
Reacting to the letter, Crewe and Nantwich MP, Dr Kieran Mullan, told Nub News: "The decision on HS2 was not the one I wanted.
"I understand why people will be sceptical about pledges from Government right now.
"But it is my job to try and make the most of any and every opportunity and so I have been raising the need for support and funding for Crewe in light of the decision.
"I have been able to raise with the prime minister, chancellor and the secretary's of state for transport and levelling up.
"Getting this formal commitment is the first step and I am now focused on securing funding to support it.
"This is something I will work with Cheshire East on and they have been able to put forward the funding figures we can use as a basis for negotiation with government."
Crewe recently missed out on levelling up funding for a new Nantwich Road bridge enhancement scheme, aimed at improving cycling and pedestrian access to the railway station.
A western enhancement scheme was estimated to cost approximately £19 million, with an eastern deck enhancement scheme, around £10 million.
Dr Kieran Mullan said this development was based on Crewe becoming a HS2 hub and is focused on securing other levelling up funding.
The Crewe MP added: "It is important to remember, whatever happens, positive change is coming for Crewe.
"We have the £22.9 million Town Deal Fund that will deliver the regeneration of Flag Lane Baths, a new Youth Zone, improvements to our pocket parks and more.
"We have five million of funding for an Institute of Technology at Cheshire College.
We have £14 million Future High Streets fund as well.
"The decision on HS2 was disappointing, but let's not lose sight of the positives we still have."
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