 The Association of Train Operating Companies has supported the re-opening of the branch line to Fleetwood in its report, and Lancashire County Council's (LCC) Rail Improvement Schemes draft report in March 2010 stated the case for re-opening was "compelling".Network Rail has stated that a feasibility study must first take place, which would cost around £30,000.As well as re-opening the branch, it is likely that a third platform would also be constructed at Poulton-le-Fylde.