Leicester Station Upgrade Under Fire | Leicester News

Leicester City Council’s £32.6 million railway station overhaul is under fire as opposition councillors demand transparency and proof of value for money—especially after nearly £10 million was diverted from a stalled St Margaret’s junction project. Critics question the sudden budget shift, contractor delays, and whether the massive investment will truly benefit residents. Mayor Sir Peter Soulsby defends the plan as essential modernization for a vital transport hub, but taxpayers are calling for accountability before the cash is spent.

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