AS we emerge from lockdown, attention is focusing on building back better and greener for a more prosperous future. Almost right on cue I am absolutely delighted that one of my key commitments as the MP, which was to secure the upgrade of Taunton Rail station, is virtually complete. The state-of-the-art new ticket office is already operating (I used it this week as I headed to Westminster) and the car park and final road junction will be finished soon. It has been a tremendous partnership between stakeholders including GWR, Network Rail and of course was started by the previous Council when, early in my days as the MP, an initial Government fund of £4.6m was secured.