Dudley to Brierley Hill Metro link final leg hits cash shortfall

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By Peter MadeleyDudleyPoliticsPublished: Jun 3, 2023Comments

A troubled Black Country Metro extension will end one stop early unless a funding shortfall is met.

The second phase of the extension is set to run from Flood Street in Dudley towards Brierley Hill

Commuters could be asked to walk, cycle or bus the last leg of the Wednesbury-Brierley Hill Metro line after bosses admitted they don't have the cash to finish it.

Dudley to Brierley Hill Metro link final leg hits cash shortfall

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