Articles by Phil Haigh - Page 5

PHILIP HAIGH examines the report from metro mayors detailing the options for the Midlands-North West Rail Link

Philip Haigh examines two incidents which highlight the need for excellent customer service to go hand-in-hand with reliable services

Volunteers and contractors work to replace the main line span of Bridge 27 which carries the preserved line over Bridghouse Beck in Haworth.

Philip Haigh examines what is needed for investment from both the public and private sectors to aid railway growth.

Grand Central 180108 now holds the British speed record using the European Train Control System, having reached 125mph during main-line tests in August.

Ireland’s All-Island Strategic Rail Review has ambitious designs to transform and develop the countries’ rail network. Philip Haigh examines the facts and figures.

What happens when your train is stuck, and how equipped are operators to deal with the issues that arise? A new report has some answers, says Philip Haigh.

Who guards the guards is an ancient question brought into current focus by the new government’s policy of nationalising English train operators.

Driver training has begun on the Northumberland Line, but its opening date has been put back to December, with some stations delayed until 2025.

Philip Haigh examines the National Audit Office report on HS2 costs, and considers what is required to reinstate the northern leg to Manchester.