The first steps are under way to create more parking spaces at Manningtree station.

Rail company One has revealed it was in preliminary talks with Tendring Council to find a way of enabling the long-awaited project to go ahead.

A spokesman said: "We recognise there is a need and are currently in preliminary discussions with the district council about the options open to us."

The station is within the Dedham Vale area of outstanding natural beauty and the spokesman pointed out: "There are environmental implications to be taken into consideration."

But he added: "We have to come up with a solution."

Published Friday, February 18, 2005

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