devolution - Page 2

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No devolution unless necessary - Rail Minister

Devolution has a vital role for the railways, but should not be introduced unless necessary, according to Rail Minister Paul Maynard.

21 Sept

Feature

We’re still waiting for the electrification spark

Plans remain in place to electrify major sections of the UK rail network, but where will the power come from?

Electrification 14 Apr

Feature

A strategy for UK growth and global participation

TERENCE WATSON introduces the RSG plan for unlocking the supply chain’s potential and its benefits for UK rail

Legislation 14 Apr

Feature

Devolution: the key to railway development?

Local authorities are seeking greater powers to operate local transport, with greater alignment of services aiding cost efficiency and regeneration

Regulation 12 Apr

Feature

The ‘opportunity of a lifetime’ in the North

Interview with DAVID BROWN on how Transport for the North will reshape how the railway is governed

Major projects 8 Apr

London Midland 172218 leaves Birmingham Moor Street on December 30 2015. RICHARD CLINNICK.

News

West Midlands Rail welcomes franchise bidders

West Midlands Rail (WMR), the company set up to improve passenger services in the region comments on the DfT's announcement of shortlisted bidders.

7 Apr

News

Devolution deals will help improve rail services

Elements of devolution deals worth £2 billion over next 30 years will contribute towards improving local rail in West Midlands and Liverpool city regions.

27 Nov

Thameslink 377515 at Elephant & Castle on December 22 2014. RICHARD CLINNICK.

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TfL urged to seek control of London suburban services

Control of the capital’s suburban services should be devolved to Transport for London as existing franchises expire, says London Assembly Transport Committee.

23 Oct