The UK Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, has announced a £15bn investment for transport infrastructure in England, targeting projects in the Midlands, North, and West Country.

• £2.5bn allocated for extending tram networks in Greater Manchester
• Investment aims to address economic challenges faced by Labour MPs amid criticism regarding disability and benefit cuts.
• The funding is part of a five-year allocation from 2027/28 to 2031/32, doubling current spending plans.