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October 24, 2022 | Infrastructure

Network Rail makes progress with Transpennine Route Upgrade

The main route across the Pennines between Manchester and York is being upgraded and electrified to cut journey times and increase capacity for passengers and freight. Robert Preston spoke to Network Rail’s industry programme director, John Reed, about recent progress.

October 19, 2022 | Policy

Great British Railways facing delay as key legislation shelved

A new Transport Bill promised this autumn will now not be heard until the next session of parliament, which begins in May 2023.

October 10, 2022 | Main line

Avanti West Coast granted short contract extension to improve performance

Train services on Britain’s West Coast Main Line have been severely curtailed due to a shortage of drivers.

August 25, 2022 | Policy

Britain shares rail expertise with Israel

Crossrail International providing advice on Tel Aviv network.

July 28, 2022 | Policy

British government should reconsider plans for north and midlands

MPs say £96bn Integrated Rail Plan lacks solid evidence base.

July 20, 2022 | Financial

Transpennine upgrade still at risk of delay and cost increases, says NAO

National Audit Office says it is unclear how the intended benefits of project to upgrade the route between Manchester and York will be delivered.

July 19, 2022 | Financial

British government increases Transpennine upgrade funding to £9bn

The project covers full electrification and the rollout of digital signalling between Manchester and York.

June 30, 2022 | Signalling

East Coast Main Line ETCS installation receives £1bn funding boost

The southern section of the line is expected to switch to ETCS by 2029.

June 15, 2022 | Financial

FirstGroup signs national rail contract for Great Western Railway

Replacement of diesel rolling stock to be developed.

June 13, 2022 | Policy

Consultation launched on British rail reform legislation

New laws to establish Great British Railways.

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