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Railway Review: Unions hope for recommendation to replace “failed” franchise system
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Unions hope an official review of the railway industry will recommend replacing the “failed” franchise system amid criticism of the way the industry operates.
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UK Railway News Round-up
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This week, we cover leading politicians who think passengers should be compensated for travelling on Pacer trains plus the government support reversing the Beeching cuts.
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November issue of Rail Express out now!
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New look for GBRf ‘Tug’ No. 60026! We tribute the line that’s defied the odds! And, Europhoenix buys ‘91s’. The November issue of Rail Express magazine is packed with modern traction news, nostalgia and modelling.
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Investigation reveals electrical equipment exploded on passenger train
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Electrical equipment exploded on a passenger train causing “considerable damage”, accident investigators have revealed.
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Merseyrail strikes called off as union claims progress in talks
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Strikes planned on Merseyrail in the long running dispute over guards on trains have been called off so talks can continue.
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Tube drivers to launch industrial action over noise levels
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Drivers on parts of London Underground are to launch a campaign of industrial action after complaining about the level of noise on the tracks.
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Tube staff ready to take industrial action over assaults on London Underground
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Violent assaults on London Underground workers are increasing, according to a union, prompting warnings that industrial action could be stepped up.
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Body scanners screening passengers for weapons amid London violence
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Body scanners are being trialled at a London railway station for the first time to screen passengers for hidden explosives and weapons.
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UK’s oldest train fleet to be replaced
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The UK’s oldest train fleet is to be replaced through a £26 million investment into the Isle of Wight’s railway, the Government has announced.
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Virgin Trains staff donate uniforms to help the homeless
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Scarves and blankets made from Virgin Trains staff’s worn-out uniforms are being donated to people living on the streets.
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