01/05/2026
Beam Park Station: Claims Don’t Add Up
Councillor Graham Williamson, Cabinet Member for Development and Regeneration, shares his concerns below about recent claims surrounding the funding and progress of Beam Park station. Recent statements from Margaret Mullane MP and local councillors suggest that Beam Park station has been given the “green light” and that funding is secured. However, based on the official information available, I do not believe this reflects the full picture. While it is true that the Department for Transport has lifted its previous objections, which is a welcome step forward, both government announcements and media coverage make clear that a key issue remains unresolved....
