Funding cuts to key transport initiatives in the North threaten the Government’s levelling up agenda, leaders in the region have claimed.
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RAIB investigation after trains more than double speed limit through Aberdeenshire
The RAIB said the two trains travelled at more than double the speed limit between Laurencekirk and Portlethen stations in Aberdeenshire in December last year.
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Rail operators and Government to assess rail service levels
Rail operators are “working closely” with the Government to ensure adequate rail services throughout England’s fresh national COVID-19 lockdown.
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VIDEO: Wall collapse during Network Rail work on Nine Elms viaduct
Footage has surfaced showing a wall collapse during engineering works on a Network Rail viaduct in Nine Elms, London.
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HS2 offers work experience to deferred university students
HS2 Ltd is helping to support students who have deferred their university place due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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FirstGroup and Government agree deal to end two rail franchises
FirstGroup has reached an agreement with the Government over the termination of two rail franchises, the transport giant said.
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Railway worker dies after being crushed by machinery
A railway worker has died after being crushed by machinery while working at a rail depot.
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Warning over ‘critical’ shortage of skilled railway workers
The UK rail industry faces a critical shortage of skilled workers, putting the success of major new projects at risk, a new report has warned.
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PREVIEW: December edition of Rail Express magazine
The Midland Pullman HST breaks cover and reveals a classic retro livery! Plus, grab a FREE 2021 Rail Express Calendar inside the new December edition.
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New life for old track at a leading Midlands heritage railway
Track from a disused railway line that was removed as part of the Wednesbury to Brierley Hill Metro extension has been given a new home.
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