What's happened
Government funding of
£400,000 for a study into a new railway station in Bradford brings the project closer to reality.
Why it matters
The funding for the study is a significant step towards improving rail links in Bradford and supporting the city's regeneration.
What the papers say
The Independent reports that rail minister Huw Merriman said the funding will make the commitment to a new railway station in Bradford one step closer to becoming a reality. The Mirror and The Times provide additional context and differing perspectives on the broader issue of improving rail links across the Northern region.
How we got here
The Government's Network North plan, published last month, outlined a
£2 billion investment in a new station at Bradford and a new railway line enabling 30-minute journeys to and from Manchester via Huddersfield.
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