The town was earmarked for the funding as part of Network Rail's 'first and last mile' project.
The scheme aims to increase train use, improve passenger experience, reduce emissions and improve air qualityA West Yorkshire town looks set to receive £720,000 to fund improvements to its railway station and surrounding areas.
The scheme aims to increase train use, improve passenger experience, reduce emissions and improve air quality.It is proposed that the funding be split across four sites, according toThis includes £140,000 for improvements to the Beancroft Road subway, £190,000 for the railway station and road link and £150,000 for Tickle Cock bridge, where work will include a lighting upgrade, new public artwork and installation of CCTV.
In 2021 Castleford received £23.9m of government funding to improve transport, regeneration, digital infrastructure, connectivity, skills and culture.
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