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<p>The Chief Executive of Blackpool Council made some representations to the Secretary
of State for Transport for a passing loop and additional rail services over to the
South Fylde line. I am also aware that my hon Friend, the Member for Blackpool North
and Cleveleys Paul Maynard has advocated further expansion of Blackpool’s light rail
system over this line, supported by a study carried out for the Council.</p><p> </p><p>I
understand that as part of their Transforming Cities Fund (TCF) business case work
Lancashire County Council commissioned a study to assess potential conventional rail
improvements over the South Fylde line. However, this scheme was not included in the
final TCF bid and no decision has been taken by the Council regarding next steps.</p><p>
</p><p>I encourage local authorities and stakeholders in Blackpool and Lancashire
to work together to agree a preferred way forward.</p><p> </p>
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