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New Ticket regime imposed by Northern on Valley Passengers

Posted on March 12, 2012 by admin

Travellers beware, Northern changes the rules.  For 8 years, since the inception of Northern Rail as the principal affordable means of travel between Slaithwaite, Marsden and the rest of the world, one has been able to but a ticket on … Continue reading →

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Next meeting of SMART Wednesday 15th February – reminder

Posted on February 13, 2012 by admin

A lot of the work of SMART falls upon a small number of committee members, all of whom have other, competing, commitments. It would make a huge difference if a few more people could get involved, sharing the tasks amongst … Continue reading →

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Northern Rail profits up by 34 per cent

Posted on January 22, 2012 by admin

from the Yorkshire Post, Thursday 5 January 2012 Northern Rail, which this week introduced inflation-busting fare rises for passengers, saw annual profits surge by 34 per cent last year, most recent accounts reveal. The train operator’s holding company recorded a pre-tax … Continue reading →

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Parliament debate; Future of Colne Valley Trains

Posted on January 21, 2012 by admin

To see the report on the debate in Hansard which took place last Wednesday 18th January, please follow either of the links  below. It should work.   Tony Bowers 21 1 12 http://www.publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm201212/cmhansrd/cm120118/halltext/120118h0001.htm – 12011841000414   or   http://www.theyworkforyou.com/whall/?id=2012-01-18a.296.1&s=northern+hub#g315.0

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