£3m boost for local transport links

The Welsh Government has announced more than £3 million in funding for transport projects across the Vale of Glamorgan.

£1.45 mlllion will go towards implementing the controversial 20mph policy, which was introduced in September 2023.

It comes after Vale of Glamorgan Council said more than 80 roads could see their speed limits changed following a review.

Ministers set out revised guidance for setting limits on roads affected by the laws last month.

Elsewhere, £645,000 goes towards active travel projects, including £331,000 for measures introduced in the east of Barry last year.

£500,000 will be spent on improving bus infrastructure in the Vale, while £242,716 goes towards School Street closure schemes

Across Wales, £110 million has been set aside for local transport projects, including £47 million in the south east.

The Welsh Government says the 'major investment' will help people "get around more easily and support local economies through better transport links."

Transport Minister, Ken Skates, said: "Connecting communities and delivering better transport for all is at the heart of this £110 million investment."

"We want to make it easier for people to travel to work, school, healthcare and to see friends and family, while also building a more sustainable transport network for future generations."

"These improvements will make real differences to everyday journeys - whether that's safer routes, better paths for walking, wheeling and cycling, or more reliable bus services. We're working with councils to ensure this money delivers the greatest benefits to communities across Wales."

Five further road safety projects in the Vale have also received funding - including £177,777 for work on Port Road and Porthkerry Road in Rhoose.

£23,350 goes towards cycle training while £20,350 is earmarked for kerbcraft pedestrian and child pedestrian training.

£5,400 will be spent on Pass Plus driver training and £1,800 goes to the Bike Safe scheme.

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