The Mayoral Combined Authority Board of South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority approved the proposed Transport for City Regions programme and thematic investment approach on 27/10/2026. This endorsement is subject to the completion of detailed programme development work before submission to the Government. The decision includes endorsing a programme with thematic investment areas such as Airport Connectivity, Safer Roads, Public Transport Enhancements, Tram Extensions and Enhancements, Infrastructure to Unlock Development, Transport Network Maintenance, Better Neighbourhoods, and Strategic and Local Rail Improvements.