"The UK government has not said when the money will be made available or over what period. It had already announced 445m for rail projects in Wales at last June's spending review, and has now explained that money will go towards building each of the seven stations. Initial work on five of the south east stations will begin later this year, with construction on two of them beginning in 2029. While no timescales have been announced, it is expected that Magor and Undy will be the first station to be completed."
"For too long, Wales has been let down by a UK government unwilling to do the hard yards and build the future they deserve. This government is turning the page on historic dither and delay with seven new stations, thousands of jobs, and a generational commitment to build a rail network fit for Wales' future."
"We are now in an unprecedented position to deliver the next chapter of transformation for rail services in Wales."
The UK government committed £14bn to transform Wales's railways, aimed at long-term infrastructure improvements and station construction. The funding complements Transport for Wales' improvement plan and supports seven proposed stations: Magor and Undy, Llanwern, Cardiff East, Newport West, Somerton, Cardiff Parkway and Deeside industrial park. An earlier allocation of £445m will be used toward those seven stations. Initial work on five south east stations will begin later this year, with construction on two starting in 2029, and Cardiff Central Station upgrades due to start this spring. No timetable for the £14bn distribution has been specified, with projects expected to create thousands of jobs.
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