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Tunnels, trains and (ferry) terminals; infrastructure insights from north Wales
Tunnels, trains and (ferry) terminals; infrastructure insights from north Wales NICW undertakes several study tours a year to understand more about local infrastructure issues. This blog post describes our visit to Conwy and Ynys Môn in July 2025 Several times a year the Commission visits different parts of Wales to understand local issues of infrastructure…
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Transport infrastructure in 2100
Reimagining transport infrastructure in 2100 A long-term perspective What if the transport decisions we make today could shape a more just, inclusive, and resilient Wales by the year 2100? Transport is more than a means of movement. It enables connection, unlocks access, and shapes opportunity. In many ways, it reflects the values of a society:…
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Learning from Fairbourne and Barmouth
NICW undertakes several study tours a year to understand more about local infrastructure issues. This blog post describes our visit to Fairbourne and Abermaw in March 2025 Several times a year the Commission visits different parts of Wales to understand local issues of infrastructure that can help inform our views and bring more lived experience…
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Reviewing the Roads Review
NICW Roads Review response This document is our response to the publication of the Roads Review (1). We also note the accompanying National Transport Delivery Plan (2). Planning and Finance The National Infrastructure Commission for Wales considers the needs and role of infrastructure in Wales from approximately 2030-2100. The roads considered within the Roads Review…
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Cars and roads in Wales
Introduction This blog post is a precursor to a NICW opinion piece on the Roads Review, and on the Welsh Government’s response to the Roads Review. The Roads Review was undertaken under a very tight remit and timeline. There is an inevitable tradeoff between the terms of reference for the review, and the ability to…