Plans to build a new railway station north of York remain on track, according to a city MP, and a key milestone is likely to happen within weeks.
A contractor is due to be appointed to the Haxby Station scheme later this month, the LDRS understands.
After the project had seemed to be in doubt, confirmation of the funding for the £24m project was confirmed last July.
York Outer MP Luke Charters said this had provided certainty that the project had needed for years.
He said: “Working alongside the mayor and council, we put forward a strong case and secured investment.
“I’m in regular contact with ministers about this crucial scheme for communities in the north of York and am assured the scheme remains on track.”
Network Rail’s spokesperson said it would be able to share an updated programme for the project, including a potential timetable for works, once a contractor is appointed.
The delivery of the station is subject to further planning approvals and funding decisions.
The Department for Transport’s spokesperson said their decision to make money available to the scheme would help support sustainable and accessible transport north of York and beyond.
Haxby Station will bring an estimated roughly 20,000 more people within 3km of a rail station, according to Government data.
Officials said last year it would help provide easy access to York and Leeds and and open up a wealth of opportunities for work, leisure and travel.
York and North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith said following July’s announcement that it was now time for spades in the ground.
But Liberal Democrat Haxby and Wigginton ward councillor Richard Watson said the loss of a year due to uncertainty over the project was frustrating.