Decision

Leeds to Micklefield scheme: Transport and Works Act order

Approval for Leeds to Micklefield enhancement works TWA order.

Applies to England

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Details

The TWA order and deemed planning permission would allow for the construction, enhancement, operation and maintenance of works on the TransPennine Line between York, Leeds and Manchester. This forms part of the TransPennine Upgrade.

The order includes powers to:

  • demolish, reconstruct and construct overbridges and highways
  • compulsorily acquire interests in and rights over land
  • facilitate the upgrade of the railway between Leeds and Micklefield

This will allow for more trains between York, Leeds and Manchester.

Application details

This application is made under the聽:

  • order:
  • application status: decision issued
  • date of application: 17 July 2023
  • applicant: Network Rail via Dentons

Updates to this page

Published 18 May 2023
Last updated 20 December 2024 show all updates
  1. Planning direction to applicant added.

  2. Decision letter and inspector's report added.

  3. Application for approval to compulsorily acquire land required as part of the Leeds to Micklefield enhancement works TWA application added.

  4. First published.

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