Decision
Analysis
outcome: The decision was to submit the 'Shift Statement' to the Department for Transport.
summary: The decision is about submitting a 'Shift Statement' to update the Outline Business Case for the Energy Coast Rail Upgrade (ECRU).
topline: The Director of Corporate and Transformation Services has decided to submit a 'Shift Statement' to update the Outline Business Case for the Energy Coast Rail Upgrade (ECRU).
reason_contentious: This issue is contentious as it involves securing funding for economic growth and the future transformation of Cumberland and West Cumbria.
affected_stakeholders: ["Department for Transport", "Local residents", "Businesses in Cumberland and West Cumbria"]
contentiousness_score: 7
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties in the decision.
URL: https://cumberland.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=574
Decision Maker: Director of Corporate and Transformation Services
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose:
Content: To submit to the Department for Transport a ‘Shift Statement’ updating the Outline Business Case for the Energy Coast Rail Upgrade (ECRU). Securing funding for the further development the ECRU programme is of critical importance in relation to economic growth and the future transformation of Cumberland and West Cumbria in particular. Not to submit an update to the Outline Business Case – this option was rejected as it would prejudice the case for securing funding for the further development and implementation of the ECRU programme.
Date of Decision: June 10, 2025