Light rail expert appointed new Midlands Metro chair Image of Birmingham tram with City Hall in the background

Midland Metro Limited (MML), the operator of the West Midlands’ tram network has unveiled a new chairman.

Phil Hewitt has been appointed to the...

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Manchester mayor suggests new northern rail link could get £20 billion to build it Manchester mayor suggests new northern rail link could get £20 billion to build it

An extra £8bn-plus could be pumped into the Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) project, bringing the fund to £20bn, the Manchester mayor has said.

Mayo...

richardw@cogni… Thu, 11/02/2023 - 12:51
Andy Burnham calls for debate on plans for HS2’s Piccadilly Station renovations Andy Burnham

The current Bill enabling the Crewe to Manchester leg of HS2 is set to receive its second reading at the House of Commons, seeking to finalise plans...

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RTM Issue 148

Keeping the North's flagship rail upgrade on track and on budget

Focusing on the latest developments, innovations, and policy impacts in the UK rail industry, with a particular emphasis on sustainability, infrastructure upgrades, and future technological advancements.

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