Rail Express
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Rail plans for North should be reconsidered to avoid missed opportunity, say MPs
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A controversial Government plan for rail schemes in the North and Midlands should be “reconsidered” to avoid a “missed opportunity”, MPs have warned.
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HS2 tunnelling machine ‘Dorothy’ becomes first to complete its journey
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One of the giant machines digging the tunnels for HS2 has become the first on the project to complete the full journey underground.
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Starmer challenged on taking railways back into public ownership
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Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer was questioned on whether he still intended to take railways back into public ownership.
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How will this week’s rail strike affect services?
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More rail strikes are set to take place this week, causing misery for passengers.
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Government changes law to help plug staffing gaps caused by strikes
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Businesses can now provide skilled agency workers to plug staffing gaps caused by strike action under changes to the law coming into force on Thursday, the Government has announced.
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The Dedicated Traveller
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The bell of the omnibus circuit phone rang just the once. That was how Arthur Platt in the signal box at Knottewithought Junction alerted the staff at the station that a stopping train was about to arrive. This time it was the branch train from Wempole, terminating at Knottewithought.
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Rail travel between Scotland and England disrupted following record heat
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Rail services between Scotland and England faced disruption on Wednesday following Tuesday’s record breaking temperatures.
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The rail network cannot cope with extreme heat as track hits 62C, admits Shapps
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The hottest railway track reached a scorching 62C on Monday, as the Transport Secretary admitted it will take decades to upgrade existing lines to be more resilient.
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All-time record temperatures could alter train services
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With Met Office warnings of temperatures possibly soaring to 40C next week, passengers should expect some delay to rail services, as railway speed restrictions may be necessary.
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Preview: August issue of Rail Express magazine
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Rail Express is essential reading for today’s rail enthusiasts and photographers; and the June issue brings you the latest news, headlines, images and features from across the entire rail network.
From the history of steam through to 21st century rail transport news, we have titles that cater for all rail enthusiasts. Covering diesels, modelling, steam and modern railways, check out our range of magazines and fantastic subscription offers.
