Wales election issue guide 2016: Transport
- Published
Parties listed alphabetically
Undertake the "biggest investment programme since devolution" in all parts of Wales to improve public transport and roads
Oppose the "Black Route" M4 relief road around Newport proposed by the Welsh Labour Government, and instead improve the M4 through the "Blue Route"
Complete the planned electrification of the South Wales Valley Lines, then the North Wales Coast Line
Support the development of a South Wales Metro
Build the "Blue Route" M4 Relief Road alternative to the "Black Route", south of Newport
Upgrade the A470 and A483 north/south corridors
Improve the A55
Sell Cardiff Airport
"Bring back" the North/South rail link
Support the South East Metro
Cancel planned expansion of the M4
Ensure improving public transport is prioritised in funding
Deliver an M4 relief road, improvements to the A55, to the A40 in West Wales and other trunk roads
Create a South Wales Metro
Deliver a new, not-for-profit, rail franchise from 2018 to improve the frequency and quality of train travel
Deliver a more effective network of bus services once powers have been devolved
Start work on an M4 Relief Road within 12 months of forming a government
Consult on increasing the speed limit to 80mph on the M4 and A55
Upgrade the terminal and secure private investment in Cardiff Airport
Create a new arm's-length body to deliver an integrated transport system
Create regional transport authorities
Improve rail services on the Heart of Wales line
Introduce an all-Wales "Oystercard" allowing pre-paid travel on all bus services
Extend the Youth Concessionary Fare Scheme to more young people
