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Leeds trolleybus plans approved by government
Wed 24 Mar 2010
The government has approved plans to roll out a new trolleybus network in the Leeds area.
According to Metro chairman Councillor Ryk Downes, the Leeds New Generation Transport (NGT) project should help to boost the local economy.
He stated that the new trolleybuses would generate new jobs and business opportunities for people in West Yorkshire and beyond.
Mr Downes also noted that NGT will reduce the amount of time it takes to travel into and around the Leeds area.
Transport minister Sadiq Khan added that the £235 million investment in the project underlines the government's commitment to improving the transport infrastructure in the region.
He said an efficient and reliable transport system is "critical" to any local community, which is why large sums of money are being allocated towards infrastructure upgrades across the UK.
Leeds City Council is optimistic that the new trolleybuses will also help to cut congestion and reduce the area's carbon footprint.
The initial bid for government support was submitted in October last year.
