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NR warned FA about WCML works in 2019

Despite criticism of a clash of WCML engineering works with FA Cup semi-finals, NR warned the FA about them in November 2019.

TPE seeks MORE bi-mode trains

TransPennine express is seeking expressions of interest to supply at least 25 125mph bi-mode trains.

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Rail journeys rose in October-December 2021 – ORR

LNER passenger numbers were at 83.6% of pre-pandemic levels in October-December 2021, according to the ORR.

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DfT hits LSER with £23.5 million penalty

The Government has issued former Southeastern operator London & South Eastern Railway Limited with a £23.5 million fine for breaches of its franchise agreement.

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Ashington reopening draws nearer

JAMES ABBOTT investigates progess on a key Restoring your Railway project

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​​​​​​​Think strategically about rail freight

GBRf CEO calls for pandemic focus on freight to continue

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Data-led timetable development

Tracsis aiming to create a timetabling utopia

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Northern focuses on its customers

COO highlights importance of focus on the passenger

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Luminate supporting efficient operations

Resonate systems in use on Western and Anglia Routes

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Elizabeth Line: almost there

Final preparations for opening in progress

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