UK market town benefits from £8.3m train station

A UK market town has seen significant changes due to an £8.3 million train station on a reopened railway line. Services between London and Corby resumed in 2009, with passenger numbers increasing from under 118,000 to over 498,000 in 2023. The railway was electrified in 2021, allowing for more frequent services. Local leaders believe this success supports a larger £7 billion project to connect communities between Oxford and Cambridge, enhancing regional transport. Officials highlight the positive impact on local businesses and the economy. They emphasize the importance of railway infrastructure in driving growth and attracting investment to smaller towns.