Details of Proposed Routes for New West Yorkshire Mass Transit Network Have Been Released

Posted By: Christopher Morganon: July 27, 2024In: Current Affairs, News, Politics, Regional News

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By Joshua Robinson –

Details of proposed routes for the first phase of a new West Yorkshire Mass Transit network were released on Wednesday 17th July.

People from across the region are now being invited to have their say on a choice of proposed route options that will connect central and South Leeds, and Bradford with Leeds. Phase one of the Mass Transit network aims to connect St James’ Hospital with south Leeds, with another line running from Bradford city centre to Leeds city centre.

Leeds and Bradford have been chosen as the hubs from which the West Yorkshire Mass Transit network can grow, as they are the region’s most concentrated centres of population, business, leisure, and retail.

All potential phase one options for the Leeds Line run close to the White Rose Centre, with two route options also running close to Elland Road. Some of the other places the proposed route options run close to include Leeds General Infirmary, The South Bank, Holbeck, and Beeston.
The Bradford Line will connect people between Bradford city centre and Leeds city centre with the proposed route options running close to areas like Wortley, Armley, Pudsey, Thornbury, and Laisterdyke.

Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire, said: “Our region is a powerhouse, a vital economic force for the UK. Our diverse mix of businesses and a growing population are fundamental ingredients for a successful economy. We cannot improve connectivity, inclusivity, combat climate change and grow our economy without Mass Transit. Mass Transit will help transform how we do business, boost productivity and drive growth in West Yorkshire.”

West Yorkshire Combined Authority want to hear views from as many people as possible – a public consultation, open to everyone, started on Monday 15th July and will run until Friday 30th September.

Feedback from members of the public will help to identify benefits or any issues with the Mass Transit routes options for Leeds and Bradford, improve proposals and help decide which of these options will go forward to create a Leeds Line and a Bradford Line.

Find out more about the route options and have your say at the Mass Transit site.