N2MH- LET THE TRAIN TAKE THE STRAIN!
TRAVEL between Northampton and Leicester could be revolutionised if the train line to Market Harborough is re-opened.
Northampton and Leicester are only 33 miles apart but the journey currently takes more than 100 minutes by train – including two changes – and 90 minutes by bus.
This could be dramatically improved by re-opening the Northampton to Market Harborough Railway (N2MH) which has been closed since the 1980s. According to a 2020 Network Rail report, full re-opening of N2MH was not only possible but gave a journey time of 34 minutes – including three stops. However, this report is incomplete and in part still suppressed. We are seeking that the report be updated and completed.
Re-opening N2MH could provide transformative social, economic and environmental benefits for Northamptonshire, Leicestershire and further afield. We believe the updated and complete report would enable a fully-informed decision to be made.
We believe a re-opened N2MH has the potential to improve social inequality, create jobs and reduce excess deaths from pollution through better access to hospitals, economic growth and impact on the environment.
A written parliamentary answer from former Rail Minister, Huw Merriman October 2023 supported re-opening the line – which although closed is still in existence.
This can only happen if Northamptonshire and Leicestershire WANT it to happen and we are urging the public to support our cause and lobby their local and county councils.
Contact Professor Andrew N. Williams
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