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Tensions rise over new East Midlands franchise

Government consultation for next East Midlands rail franchise continues to divide business and community leaders at opposite ends of the Midland Main Line.

23 Oct

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Train quality is East Midlands Trains' passengers’ main concern

Age and quality of rolling stock on EMT is passengers’ single biggest area of concern, according to research conducted by Transport Focus

6 Sept

EMT 43073 at Nottingham on July 29 2016. More Midland Main Line expresses such as this should call at Luton Airport Parkway according to London Luton Airport's Chief Executive. RICHARD CLINNICK.

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Luton Airport Parkway targets faster trains

London Luton Airport Chief Executive calls on East Midlands franchise bidders to quadruple frequency of inter-city trains calling at Luton Airport Parkway.

24 Aug

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Three in the frame for East Midlands franchises

Arriva, Stagecoach and a joint venture between First and Trenitalia UK Ltd have been shortlisted for the East Midlands franchise.

1 Mar

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Keeping the East Coast fit for purpose

ROB MCINTOSH is determined to keep a focus on maintenance and renewal of the infrastructure on the busy East Coast Main Line. PAUL STEPHEN reports

22 Dec

EMT 43073 at Nottingham on July 29. RICHARD CLINNICK.

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Major improvements to trains and services needed for East Midlands - EMT

East Midlands Trains says decisions on the acquisition of new rolling stock and service enhancements need to be taken now, to speed up and improve services.

19 Sept