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New service proposals, Comment from SMART

Posted on October 6, 2011 by admin

The Northern and Trans-Pennine rail franchises are due to be re-awarded in April 2014 (without going into detail there is some flexibility as to the exact date, but this looks the most likely) and the Department for Transport (with advice … Continue reading →

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New fares for pensioners

Posted on October 5, 2011 by admin

 There is a strong and growing rumour on the local trains to the effect that there are going to be major changes in the way the concessionary fares are charged.  Our most recent information suggests that the flat rate 50 … Continue reading →

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SMART meetings

Posted on October 1, 2011 by admin

The next meeting of SMART will take place in the Commercial Inn, Slaithwaite at 19.15 hrs on Wednesday, October 19th.  All are welcome    The next ,meeting of SHRUG will take place in Greenfield on November 9th at 19.46.  We … Continue reading →

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The slow train to Paradise, or Man Vic if you prefer

Posted on October 1, 2011 by admin

  The following is the resume of recent correspondence about the plans to reduce the service to passengers traveling between Manchester Victoria and Huddersfield. First the letter which Shrug, acting on behalf of SMART sent to all the Members of … Continue reading →

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