Network Rail advised at the meeting that the aspiration would need a fully-funded business case with backing from the industry to proceed. Councillor Dick Tonge explained “we are delighted that Wilfred has arranged this meeting today. It has clarified the railway industry’s policy. We now need to talk to First Great Western concerning the slots needed to accommodate Corsham. We have a number of other interested parties to approach all of which recognise the need for a station here in Corsham.”

I have been campaigning for Corsham station to be reopened since becoming the Conservative candidate.  Corsham has a population exceeding 19,000 and still growing. Public transport links are essential as the town continues to expand. Local support for the new station remains high, and I will do everything I can to get the station reopened, inviting Network Rail down today to meet with the key parties involved is essential to understanding how the project could move forward.

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