Local MP Carla Lockhart has welcomed confirmation from Translink that a Proposal of Application Notice, or PAN, has been submitted to Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon (ABC) Council in relation to a proposed new train station in Lurgan.

Welcoming this important step, the DUP representative said:

“For some time I have been championing the need for Translink to deliver a modern, fit for purpose train station to serve the community of Lurgan and the surrounding area. As MP, I want the best facilities for my constituents, and indeed want to see more people enticed onto public transport by the provision of top class customer facilities.

Confirmation from Translink that they have submitted a PAN to ABC Council is most welcome. This is a vital milestone reached in making the new train station a reality. The public will be given their opportunity to explore the plans and provide feedback in the new year. Consultation events are scheduled for Thursday 11th January and Thursday 18th January, at Clann Eirann Youth Club and Lurgan Town Hall. I would encourage the local community to go along to these events and have your say.

This project has been hard fought for, but it is edging closer to a reality. This is a good news story for Lurgan, and I certainly will continue to champion this investment by Translink until the new station is operational.”