The West of England metro mayor has denied "blowing millions" on studies exploring the costs of an underground network. Dan Norris said spending money was “sensible” despite admitting that the multi-billion pound project was “unlikely”.
Late last year Bristol mayor Marvin Rees pledged to spend £15 million on exploring how a light-rail metro network could be built in the city and surrounding areas. Four lines are planned, some of which would be built underground.
Speaking to John Darvall on BBC Radio Bristol on Wednesday, May 31, Mr Norris was questioned on whether the West of England Combined Authority was still going to spend £15 million the study. After the interview he later clarified that the cash was "earmarked" but not yet "allocated" — a key difference.
