trains to Bristol on the way

debate called by Thornbury & Yate MP Luke Hall, who said: "This is fantastic news for our community. Half-hourly train services will make rail a more viable option for many people locally, reduce journey times, take cars off the road and reduce emissions."

Mr Merriman said: “I am happy to confirm that, subject to the provision of the necessary funding by the West of England

Combined Authority, services between Bristol and Gloucester will be doubled to two trains per hour from the May 2023 timetable change as part of the wider MetroWest scheme."

A spokesperson for Metro Mayor Dan Norris said the new service was subject to the agreement of local councils at a meeting due to be held at the end of January.