EXPLANATORY NOTE

(This note is not part of the Order)

This Order authorises Network Rail Infrastructure Limited (referred to in this Order as Network Rail) to construct a second track on part of the branch line between Redditch and Barnt Green Stations.

The purpose of this Order is to allow the construction of a second railway track parallel to the existing railway together with a new platform and footbridge at Alvechurch station. The works also necessitate the diversion of an existing public footpath that crosses the railway to the south of Alvechurch Station.

The Order permits Network Rail to acquire, compulsorily or by agreement, land and rights in land and to use land for this purpose.

The Order also makes provision in connection with the maintenance of the new section of railway.

A copy of the Order plans and the book of reference mentioned in this Order and certified in accordance with article 33 of this Order (certification of plans, etc.) may be inspected free of charge during working hours at the offices of the Company Secretary and Solicitor to Network Rail Infrastructure Limited at Kings Place, 90 York Way, London N1 9AG.