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Wales Metro Project Costs Surge to £1.3 Billion

4/1/2026

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Transport for Wales Electrification

Transport for Wales advances a £1.3 billion South Wales Metro electrification project, with costs rising from £734 million due to inflation and the pandemic.
James Price, chief executive of Transport for Wales, says the project would create a cohesive public transport network by integrating buses and trains.
New proposals would connect Ammanford and Llanelli to a Swansea Bay metro system.
TfW plans to introduce 36 tram-trains this summer.
A timetable change for North Wales is expected in May.

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UK Government Implements EES

The UK Government will implement the Entry Exit System (EES) for Schengen travelers, with no pre-trip registration, potentially extending border waits.
A £3.5 million investment will upgrade infrastructure at Eurostar, Eurotunnel, and the Port of Dover.
UK nationals will provide fingerprints and photos on arrival to comply with the 90-day stay within a 180-day period.
Eurotunnel has established a pre-registration area for UK and non-EU travelers.

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Transport for Wales Electrification

Transport for Wales advances a £1.3 billion South Wales Metro electrification project, with costs rising from £734 million due to inflation and the pandemic.
James Price, chief executive of Transport for Wales, says the project would create a cohesive public transport network by integrating buses and trains.
New proposals would connect Ammanford and Llanelli to a Swansea Bay metro system.
TfW plans to introduce 36 tram-trains this summer.
A timetable change for North Wales is expected in May.

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