Wales Office hits back in rail electrification costs row
The Welsh and UK Governments are locked in a dispute over who should pay the costs of electrification of the South Wales Valley Lines
The Welsh and UK Governments are locked in a dispute over who should pay the costs of electrification of the South Wales Valley Lines
The First Minister says he's 'now concerned about the UK Government's intentions' over funding for electrification of the main London to South Wales railway line and the Valleys Lines.
Carwyn Jones said he still doesn't have confirmation from the UK Government that it will pay the full cost of electrification despite assurances from the Prime Minister and Welsh Secretary. He said ministers and officials continue to try to gain 'clarification' on the situation.
The Welsh Secretary David Jones says the Welsh Government must stand by an agreement to fund Valley Lines electrification
The Welsh and UK Governments are arguing over who should pay the bill for rail electrification in the South Wales Valleys