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TravelWatch surveys Northern Rail services

Posted on December 17, 2012 by admin

TravelWatch NorthWest, (TWNW), the independent passenger champion in North West England, today (14th December) launches a report analysing 100 journeys made on Northern Rail’s services over the last few months. The report shows that passengers are largely content with their travel … Continue reading →

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SMART meeting with Jason McCartney MP

Posted on December 10, 2012 by admin

SMART met with Jason McCartney MP on 21st September. Issues discussed included future service patterns, refranchising, cross-boundary fares, bus replacement during engineering works, and the impact of the ale trail.

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“Government backs down on train fare increases”

Posted on October 16, 2012 by admin

Planned increases in regulated fares of RPI+3% in January 2013 and 2014 have been capped at an average of RPI+1%. The level will stay the same in 2015 as well. The Prime Minister has announced the u-turn on the eve … Continue reading →

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SMART’s response to fares and ticketing consultation

Posted on July 17, 2012 by admin

Submitted in response to DfT consultation process. Includes comments regarding the need to address cross-boundary fare anomalies. SMART_response_Fares and Ticketing Review consultation

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