I was pleased to join Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Transport and North Wales, Ken Skates to announce plans to increase rail capacity by 40% on the North Wales Mainline. This will include 50% more timetabled services which will be supported by an £800m investment in brand new trains and the recruitment of additional drivers and train crew.

Working alongside the Welsh Labour Government we are determined to make major improvements to rail services right across Wales. The unlocking of increased rail capacity in North Wales is just the beginning and we will continue to work together to transform services for passengers for generations to come.