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Release of the Rail freight strategy.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
Government decision that the CRA should apply in full to all transport services, including mainline passenger rail services, from 1 October 2016.
Southern to reinstate 119 train services into the weekday timetable, and Thameslink to introduce new, longer and more spacious trains.
Rail Minister Paul Maynard announces a host of extra benefits and services for passengers in the West Midlands.
Rail Minister Paul Maynard announces funding for new stations which will deliver better journeys, boost local economies and link communities.
Government reassures GTR on-board staff about their role in future franchises.
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
South Western rail franchise competition specification documents released for bidders.
Crossrail project’s progress, funding and finances.
Heritage and community rail-related tourism winners released.
Rail minister Claire Perry sets out her vision for a sustainable railway.
Names of train companies to compete for West Midlands franchise announced.
Competition aimed at heritage and community railways to make it easier to travel across the UK by rail launched.
Consultation to give passengers and community groups more say over how local Wiltshire rail services are run.
Funding for a study into improvements to railway infrastructure between London and Devon and Cornwall announced.
First South Western Trains Ltd and Stagecoach South West Ltd have been shortlisted to run the South Western rail franchise in June 2017.
Rail Minister says that smart rail tickets are needed if we are to truly transform our railways.
Through Crossrail, women are forging careers some never thought possible.
Europe’s largest construction project is challenging perceptions and helping to make construction an exciting and attractive career option for women.
‘Hereward’ Line designated as a community rail service.
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