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VIDEO: HS2 will provide a boost for the North

UK-wide impact of the project emphasised

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TfL ‘315s’ could stay longer

Transition planned to full length '345s' ahead of Elizabeth Line opening

Trackwatch - November 2021

Our monthly rundown of network changes

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Siemens challenges HS2 trains decision

Basis for legal challenge outlined

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‘69s’ being prepared for service entry

GB Railfreight is aiming for its Class 69s to enter service by the end of the year.

King’s Cross takes major project prize

Railway Innovation Awards 2021 winners announced

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VIDEO: Devolution agenda is vital for North of England

​​​​​​​TfN Chief Executive emphasies need for local involvement in decision-making

Night Tube restarts on 27 November

The Night Tube service will restart for the first time since March 2020 on 27 November.

Derby bids for GBR

East Midlands location sets out its case to host Great British Railways HQ

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