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Strategic Context
Transport for the North, Strategic Transport Plan, 2019 Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal
The Strategic Transport Plan establishes a vision of a “thriving The Borderlands Inclusive Growth deal includes Cumbria,
North of England, where world class transport supports Northumbria, Dumfries & Galloway and the Scottish Borders.
sustainable economic growth, excellent quality of life and There has been a funding commitment of £394.5m by UK,
improved opportunities for all”. The plan seeks to better Scottish Government and local authority partners to deliver
connect people, business and markets thereby: interventions that will narrow the productivity gap; increase the
working age population; and deliver inclusive growth. The
+ Transforming economic performance proposed interventions will generate around £1.1bn of GVA
uplift and deliver around 5,500 jobs. Interventions include:
+ Increasing efficiency, reliability, integration and resilience in
the transport system ▪ Quality of place – repurposing towns to create vibrant and
resilient places
+ Improving inclusivity, health and access to opportunities
▪ Destination – improving the cultural and leisure offer to
+ Promoting and enhancing the built, historic and natural
environment increase the attractiveness of places
▪ Business infrastructure – supporting business growth
The STP seeks to deliver improved rail links between major
towns and cities, encouraging investment in rail lines, stations ▪ Digital – improved digital infrastructure
and services; strengthen major road networks; improve local
and sustainable transport; and facilitate integrated and smart
travel.
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