Work Begins on £23 Million Dewsbury Bus Station Revamp

The £23 million transformation of Dewsbury Bus Station has officially begun, aiming to modernize the facility with enhanced accessibility and improved services. Key features of the project include an upgraded waiting area, better real-time information displays, and accessible toilets, including a 'Changing Places' toilet for those with severe disabilities. The station will also feature a 'living roof', solar panels, and cycle parking, contributing to West Yorkshire's goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2038. The initiative is spearheaded by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority and Kirklees Council, and is part of a broader Dewsbury Blueprint to make the town center more attractive. Mayor Tracy Brabin emphasized that the project will encourage greater bus usage, helping to alleviate congestion and improve air quality. Completion of the renovations is anticipated by the summer of 2027.