Motorists warned 'vital' Transpennine Route rail upgrade could lead to disruption

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Major changes due to be made to a train route that runs through Oldham borough ‘will cause some disruption’, the council has warned.

Network Rail is planning to undertake an upgrade of the Transpennine Route, which will fully electrify the trainline running between Stalybridge and Greenfield.

The works include improving accessibility at Greenfield for the first time in the station’s history by building a new footbridge with lifts and lengthening the platform in preparation for longer trains. READ NEXT: Life in the isolated 'jewel' of a village off a Greater Manchester 'road to nowhere' Speaking about the plans, which are currently out for public consultation, transport boss councillor Josh Charters said: “This is a vital upgrade to the route which will bring a number of benefits, including improving accessibility at Greenfield Station and improving reliability on the network by having a fully electrified line. “Whilst this will cause some disruption; it's essential that we improve our rail infrastructure, ensuring that it's fit for the future.” Network Rail have called for members of the public to share their thoughts on the plans.

And one concern among residents regards how the works will impact passengers and motorists as the involved works are completed.