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Boost for rail freight as Mode Shift Revenue Support scheme extended

The mode shift revenue support scheme (MSRS) for rail freight has been extended by a year and will now end on 31 March 2026 the Department for Transport has confirmed.

Rail freight 6 Feb

Freightliner 66620 passes Stonehouse on July 16. JACK BOSKETT.

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Freight calls for level playing field in upcoming spending review

A new report by Rail Partners reveals a stark warning for the UK's transport sector as a new report has revealed the cost of moving goods by rail has skyrocketed over the past decade, rising three times faster than road haulage.

Rail freight 22 Jan

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Pay-As-You-Go technology rolled out even further in the South East

From next month, 47 stations across the South East will see tap-in-tap-out ticketing implemented as the government begins with its ambitious plans to modernise the ticketing system across the country’s network.

Department for Transport 20 Jan

Stephen Joseph notes the contrast between frequent and lengthy trains in the southern counties, and shorter trains in the North. Northern 156447 approaches Villette Road Bridge (Sunderland) on November 25, with the 1215 Newcastle-Middlesbrough. PAUL BIGGS.

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Northern begins negotiations with manufacturers for 450 new trains

Northern Trains has taken a significant step towards the largest investment in its history, with the potential to see up to 450 new trains introduced across its network.

Northern 17 Jan

HS2 green tunnel under construction at Burton Green, Warwickshire

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National Infrastructure Commission chief has doubts over HS2 governance

National Infrastructure Commission (NIC) Chair Sir John Armitt CBE has aired doubts over the governance of HS2 during a Transport Select Committee hearing.

National Infrastructure Commission 15 Jan

Comment

Comment: the railway needs stability in Whitehall and a clear strategy

Our regular columnist Christian Wolmar reflects on an eventful year that saw three DfT cabinet ministers and advises what the latest one should do this year.

Christian Wolmar 10 Jan

The HS2 site at London Euston in September 2023, shortly before the previous government decided it not want to pay for HS2’s station. Work at the site had been paused six months earlier. Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Budget gave the go-ahead for Euston as London’s HS2 terminus. HS2.

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DfT looking at ways to protect space for additional HS2 Euston platforms - leaders admit still no agreed phase one cost

Comments come after Lord Hendy said HS2's Euston station would have six platforms

HS2 23 Dec

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Transport Committee Inquiry launched into boom-or-bust cycles

The Transport Committee has launched a new inquiry to investigate how the government can establish a stable pipeline of rail projects to secure the future of the industry.

Department for Transport 18 Dec

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New Devolution Framework unveiled could help Mayors control rail services

The Government has outlined further plans for devolution for English regions as Deputy Prime Minister Angela Raynor released its English Devolution White Paper on December 16.

Department for Transport 17 Dec

Heidi Alexander. ©House of Commons/Laurie Noble

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Heidi Alexander announced as new Transport Secretary following Louise Haigh's resignation

New Transport Secretary was Deputy Mayor for Transport in London under Sadiq Khan

Department for Transport 29 Nov

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Northumberland Line on course to open next month - but frustrations arise over lack of precise date

The Northumberland Line between Newcastle and Ashington is due to open next month, but despite train times appearing, no exact date has been set

Northern 22 Nov

A ticket being checked by a conductor on a train

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Transport Secretary announces review into fare evasion practices after 'egregious' prosecutions

Louise Haigh has commissioned the Office of Rail and Road to look into the way train operating companies tackle suspected fare evasion

Louise Haigh 13 Nov

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East West Rail Unveils Electrification Plans

East West Rail (EWR) has announced its preference for green traction power as it confirmed that it would only be partly electrifying the line.

East West Rail 1 Nov

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Budget 2024: Chancellor confirms HS2 trains will run to Euston

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves has approved the extension of HS2 into Euston station as part of her budget announcement.

HS2 30 Oct

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Euston Station to trial earlier boarding as part of five-part plan

Network Rail and train operating companies, Avanti West Coast and London Northwestern Railway, are implementing a trial of earlier train boarding at London Euston station to combat the notorious "Euston rush" and enhance the overall passenger experience.

Budget 28 Oct

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Land sales freeze on HS2 Phase 2 confirmed as Government evaluates alternative

Transport Minister, Lord Hendy has indicated that land purchased between Lichfield, Staffordshire and High Legh in Cheshire on the now scrapped Phase 2a route will be ringfenced until the Government has considered alternative options.

HS2 24 Oct

This view shows work to build the viaduct across the Colne Valley and Grand Union Canal (near Denham on the north-west edge of London) in late March. HS2

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Government announces review into HS2 costs

Transport Secretary Louise Haigh has announced a major review into the spiralling costs of the HS2. The move comes after years of failed delivery and escalating expenses.

HS2 21 Oct

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Government quells HS2 Phase 2a rumours

Downing Street has dampened down suggestions the northern leg of the HS2 rail project could be revived.

HS2 Ltd 17 Oct

Comment

A better way to assess the true value of transport policies

CHANGE is the watchword of the new government. At the recent Labour conference in Liverpool, the words “change begins” were ubiquitous on posters everywhere, although what that entailed was mostly left unexplained.

Christian Wolmar 16 Oct

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£1 billion London Gateway investment announced but more needed for Rail

Global logistics giant DP World has unveiled a significant £1 billion investment to expand London Gateway, solidifying its position as the UK's largest container port.

Freight 14 Oct

Department for Transport - Page 3

Boost for rail freight as Mode Shift Revenue Support scheme extended

Freight calls for level playing field in upcoming spending review

Pay-As-You-Go technology rolled out even further in the South East

Northern begins negotiations with manufacturers for 450 new trains

National Infrastructure Commission chief has doubts over HS2 governance

Comment: the railway needs stability in Whitehall and a clear strategy

DfT looking at ways to protect space for additional HS2 Euston platforms - leaders admit still no agreed phase one cost

Transport Committee Inquiry launched into boom-or-bust cycles

New Devolution Framework unveiled could help Mayors control rail services

Heidi Alexander announced as new Transport Secretary following Louise Haigh's resignation

Northumberland Line on course to open next month - but frustrations arise over lack of precise date

Transport Secretary announces review into fare evasion practices after 'egregious' prosecutions

East West Rail Unveils Electrification Plans

Budget 2024: Chancellor confirms HS2 trains will run to Euston

Euston Station to trial earlier boarding as part of five-part plan

Land sales freeze on HS2 Phase 2 confirmed as Government evaluates alternative

Government announces review into HS2 costs

Government quells HS2 Phase 2a rumours

A better way to assess the true value of transport policies

£1 billion London Gateway investment announced but more needed for Rail

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No takers so first DB Cargo UK Class 67 goes for scrap

FirstGroup explains why Class 222s were "only option" for Lumo Euston-Stirling service

16 DB Cargo UK drivers switching to rival

Department for Transport - Page 3

Boost for rail freight as Mode Shift Revenue Support scheme extended

Freight calls for level playing field in upcoming spending review

Pay-As-You-Go technology rolled out even further in the South East

Northern begins negotiations with manufacturers for 450 new trains

National Infrastructure Commission chief has doubts over HS2 governance

Comment: the railway needs stability in Whitehall and a clear strategy

DfT looking at ways to protect space for additional HS2 Euston platforms - leaders admit still no agreed phase one cost

Transport Committee Inquiry launched into boom-or-bust cycles

New Devolution Framework unveiled could help Mayors control rail services

Heidi Alexander announced as new Transport Secretary following Louise Haigh's resignation

Northumberland Line on course to open next month - but frustrations arise over lack of precise date

Transport Secretary announces review into fare evasion practices after 'egregious' prosecutions

East West Rail Unveils Electrification Plans

Budget 2024: Chancellor confirms HS2 trains will run to Euston

Euston Station to trial earlier boarding as part of five-part plan

Land sales freeze on HS2 Phase 2 confirmed as Government evaluates alternative

Government announces review into HS2 costs

Government quells HS2 Phase 2a rumours

A better way to assess the true value of transport policies

£1 billion London Gateway investment announced but more needed for Rail

Most read

No takers so first DB Cargo UK Class 67 goes for scrap

FirstGroup explains why Class 222s were "only option" for Lumo Euston-Stirling service

16 DB Cargo UK drivers switching to rival

DB Cargo UK discussing transferring drivers to rival as it deals with Network Rail contract loss

UK "fails to provide trains people want or like"

DB Cargo sells three more Class 90s for reuse

Further MML electrification and York capacity projects paused

FirstGroup confirms Class 222s for Euston-Stirling Lumo route

All three West Coast Main Line open access bid rejected