Infrastructure Minister cuts first sod at Moira Park and Ride rail facility
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Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has officially cut the first sod at the site of an enhanced Moira Park and Ride rail facility.
The expanded facility will have capacity for 489 free car parking spaces.
Minister Kimmins said she was committed to progressing park and ride facilities in a bid to boost greener more sustainable travel.
Welcoming the start of work she said:
“I am committed to enhancing public transport and encouraging more people to use public transport.
“The Moira Park and Ride rail facility is a key infrastructure project that will provide secure parking so more people can experience the convenience of rail travel, ensuring better connectivity.
“Cleaner, greener, sustainable transport is key to protecting our environment and fighting the climate crisis.
“Park and Rides, such as the one at Moira, will give more citizens the chance to use the public transport network as an alternative to commuting, helping to drive down congestion and emissions."
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