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An underpass is now brighter, more friendly and safer after it was given a much-needed face-lift.

Network Rail has installed lighting in the Swansea subway, which connects the Strand to High Street, in a move they hope will highlight the work graffiti artists have done to create a “tunnel of colour”.

Julie James, AM for Swansea West, said: “It was great to see the improvements made to the underpass and I hope it will make people feel safer using it.”

Mark Stephenson, from the HigherStreet International, said: “On behalf of everyone who is associated with the recognition of this space and the drive to make it the best version of itself it can be, I am thrilled at this major step forward.

“In all the conversations I’ve had with users of Pottery Street Subway, the lack of lighting has without doubt been the biggest area of concern with regard to the perception of personal safety in this now increasingly used underpass.

"I applaud Network Rail for making good on their promise to make the significant capital investment of installing lighting.”

The HigherStreet International is running a project to clean up the subway site, as well as putting on graffiti workshops. The project will develop the space into a canvas where graffiti artists can legally practice their art.

Andy Thomas, route managing director for Network Rail Wales, said: “Our rail network connects communities across Wales and we’re always looking at ways we can help people who live and work alongside the railway. The new lighting at Swansea subway will create a safer and more pleasant environment for local people.

“We will continue to work with partners to deliver a safe, reliable, affordable and growing railway for the people of Wales and the borders as part of our Railway Upgrade Plan.”