March 2022

Predominantly known for its medieval cathedral, Coventry will be making history once again as it is set to become home to the UK’s first ‘very light’ rail line. 

The project, part of a £1.3bn travel plan, is one of 50 other projects that have been agreed upon by the West Midlands Combined Authority. The scheme has been selected due to it promoting the decarbonisation of transport. In our next issue, we'll find out more about the scheme as well as the key benefits the future projects will bring to the area. 

We'll also speak to Greenpeace about the ‘Get On Track: train alternatives to short-haul flights in Europe’ report and the practicality of a ban on short-haul flights where there is a train alternative.

Lastly, we'll be learning about the importance of biodiversity around stations, as we speak to the Station Friends Group and the Friends of the Earth.

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