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Car commuters urged to ‘take a fresh look’ at the train
Transport for the North (TfN) says there are more reasons…
Transport for the North (TfN) says there are more reasons than ever to consider the train as an alternative means of travel.
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UK government ends rail franchising in bid to connect fragmented network
As part of its efforts to connect the UK's fragmented…
As part of its efforts to connect the UK's fragmented rail network and support operators through COVID-19, the UK government has begun the process to end railway franchising.
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Northern leaders call for commitment to post-COVID-19 rail operations
Leaders across the North of England have highlighted the importance…
Leaders across the North of England have highlighted the importance of restoring passenger confidence in rail in order to ensure post-COVID-19 stability.
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Northern England leaders call for vital work to reduce rail congestion
Prior to Northern operating under new ownership, leaders across the…
Prior to Northern operating under new ownership, leaders across the North of England are calling for stronger commitments to rail infrastructure developments.
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TransPennine Express set performance recovery target by Transport for the North
Following the worst performance figures in the UK in late…
Following the worst performance figures in the UK in late 2019, TransPennine Express must now deliver a service that restores passenger trust.
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Industry responds to England’s Northern franchise announcement
A statement released by Grant Shapps, Secretary of State for…
A statement released by Grant Shapps, Secretary of State for Transport, has raised concerns over the financial viability of the Northern franchise operated by Arriva Rail North.
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Futuristic train fleet in the making for TransPennine Express
TransPennine Express customers are a step closer to experiencing brand…
TransPennine Express customers are a step closer to experiencing brand new, high quality trains as Hitachi begins work on an intercity fleet to start service in 2019…
