Future plans to reopen the Portishead railway line remain uncertain as questions are raised over funding and inflation.
The railway line, which closed to passengers six decades ago, was due to reopen in 2024 as part of a multi-million pound scheme to improve public transport in the region. But delays due to environmental issues and skyrocketing inflation have caused concerns over its costs.
The government is “very nervous” about environmental issues surrounding the reopening, and is considering putting more money forward to get the project underway, according to Dan Norris, the metro mayor of the West of England.
