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“Why the dream of a functioning northern transport network is now at a critical point”

Posted on August 20, 2019 by admin

An interesting take on discussions involving Transport for the North and regional politicians. All these discussions and the decisions that follow from them are taking place behind closed doors, with us as passengers and citizens being expected just to gratefully … Continue reading →

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Guardian Interview with Network Rail Chief Executive Andrew Haines

Posted on August 18, 2019 by admin

A lengthy interview with Andrew Haines, Chief Executive of Network Rail, in The Guardian. Interesting his choice of example where there ought to be consultation with passenger groups. Part of his prescription for change is simply to consult more; for … Continue reading →

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“Link hike in rail fares to reliability or strip North’s failing train operators of franchises” – The Yorkshire Post says

Posted on August 14, 2019 by admin

[YP comment, Wednesday 14 August 2019] Today’s inflation announcement will inevitably mean another kick in the teeth for long-suffering rail passengers. It will be used to calculate next January’s annual fare rises and commuters now face an increase in the … Continue reading →

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“Tensions rise at northern leaders’ transport meeting as Greater Manchester mayor refuses to back plan for high speed rail station”

Posted on August 14, 2019 by admin

“Exclusive: Greater Manchester mayor’s bid for £6bn underground station could delay arrival of high speed rail in the North” [from the Yorkshire Post, Friday 09 August 2019] The arrival of high speed rail in the North could be delayed because … Continue reading →

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