The Welsh Government is set to allocate nearly £50 million towards transport schemes in Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT) and Merthyr Tydfil in the next financial year. This funding, revealed on April 11, is aimed at improving transport infrastructure across south east Wales.
Among the projects earmarked for funding are a road project, a walking and cycling route, and creating safe routes to schools in both RCT and Merthyr Tydfil. The Welsh Government’s investment is intended to enhance local roads, tackle disruptions caused by severe weather, pilot new bus services, upgrade bus journey times and waiting facilities, and facilitate easier walking, wheeling, and cycling.
According to the Welsh Government, this substantial investment will not only improve transportation for residents but also bolster local economies by enhancing transport connections. In RCT, the funding includes core funding of £1.05 million for the fifth phase of the Rhondda Fach community route, in addition to other allocations for projects like highway drainage improvements and road safety initiatives.
In Merthyr Tydfil, similar schemes are set to benefit from the funding, with core funding of £500,000 allocated for active travel projects and nearly £850,000 for the A465 link at Dowlais Top. The funding will also go towards projects such as the Merthyr Tydfil Interchange and highway drainage improvements, as well as initiatives to improve road safety and create safer routes within communities.
The Welsh Government’s focus on enhancing transport infrastructure in these areas is part of a broader effort to make travel more efficient and sustainable while ensuring the safety and accessibility of routes across the region. These investments are expected to have a positive impact on the lives of residents and contribute to the overall development of local communities.
Through these initiatives, the Welsh Government aims to not only address current transportation challenges but also to promote active travel, improve road safety, and provide better connectivity for residents in RCT and Merthyr Tydfil. The allocation of nearly £50 million towards these schemes underscores the government’s commitment to enhancing transport infrastructure and creating more sustainable and accessible travel options for communities in south east Wales.
Residents in Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT) and Merthyr Tydfil can look forward to improved transport infrastructure and safer travel routes as the Welsh Government allocates nearly £50 million towards various projects in the next financial year. These investments aim to enhance local roads, create safe routes to schools, and promote active travel, thus supporting local economies while improving connectivity and accessibility for residents.