MS, Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales:
In October 2025, I announced that the Welsh Government had
approved the Corporate Joint Committees (CJCs) Regional Transport
Plans. These Plans set the strategic direction for transport
investment across Wales and provide the framework through which
regions will deliver Llwybr Newydd - the Wales Transport
Strategy. I am now happy to announce that the Welsh Government
has approved the 2026-27 programme of work for each region.
The Welsh Government has modernised its transport grants by
merging several funding streams into a single Regional Transport
Fund, streamlining processes for local authorities and enabling
coordinated regional investment decisions. By drawing on regional
knowledge and leadership, the Fund supports more strategic,
long‑term decision‑making while reducing administrative burdens
for Local Authorities.
Regional Transport Programme Funding Awards
Through the 2026–27 Regional Transport Fund and non-rail Burns
allocations the CJCs are delivering the goals of Llwybr Newydd -
the Wales Transport Strategy, consistent with the sustainable
transport hierarchy. Over half of the CJCs work programmes
(£58.5 million, representing over 50% of total funding) are
directed towards walking, wheeling and cycling. Public transport
receives £20.9 million (18%), while highways schemes account for
£24.1 million (over 20%). Funding for road safety (£7.0 million,
over 6%) and electric vehicle charging infrastructure
(£3.9 million, over 3%) remains focused on targeted improvements,
with programme management representing 1.3% of the total.
Overall, the £115.9 million investment reflects a clear shift
towards healthier, low‑carbon travel modes as part of the
delivery of the transport strategy.
In North Wales we are investing £28.8 million in 2026-27,
with a strong emphasis on supporting walking, wheeling and
cycling, through schemes such as the Penrhyn Bay scheme in Conwy.
In Mid Wales we are investing £13.1 million in 2026-27,
including £2.4 million to complete the Brecon High Street
pedestrianisation scheme, enhancing placemaking and safe walking,
wheeling and cycling access.
In South-west Wales we are investing £24.7 million in
2026-27, with supporting the opening of the Haverfordwest
multi‑modal interchange as a key deliverable.
In South-east Wales we are investing £49.3 million in
2026-27, including the Caerphilly interchange improvement to
support better multimodal connections. In addition to the
Regional Transport Fund, this includes continued funding for the
non‑rail Burns programme, enabling progression of priorities
identified through the South-east Wales Transport Commission in
support of a more resilient and sustainable transport system
around the M4 corridor. This funding aligns directly with
regional ambitions for South-east Wales and complements planned
investments under the new Regional Transport Fund. This approach
helps ensure joined‑up delivery and a coherent package of
measures across the region.
The 2026-27 regional work programmes demonstrate our commitment
to a one team approach and is the fruition of the trust we have
placed in our partners: the CJCs, Local Authorities, Transport
for Wales, and wider stakeholders to deliver a modern,
sustainable and integrated transport system across Wales.
A full list of funded schemes can be located on our Regional transport grants
awarded 2026 to 2027 webpage.
