Councillor Jim O'Boyle's speech to the Transport Select Committee on Coventry Very Light Rail
On 9 May 2023, Councillor Jim O'Boyle, cabinet member for jobs, regeneration and climate change, spoke at the Transport Select Committee, making the case for Coventry Very Light Rail in parliament.
Coventry Very Light Rail’s ultra-thin track installed at Whitley Depot for testing
Coventry Very Light Rail takes a significant step forward today as construction of a test site for its unique track system is completed at the Council’s Whitley Depot facility.
Major investment to kick-start very light rail revolution
The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) Board today agreed the first instalment of an expected £72 million investment in the emerging VLR technology – designed to be both faster and cheaper to build than traditional tram and rail systems.
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