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UK railway news round-up
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This week, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge toured Britain on the royal train, plus HS2 security guards are accused of “excessive force” with protesters.
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FirstGroup and Government agree deal to end two rail franchises
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FirstGroup has reached an agreement with the Government over the termination of two rail franchises, the transport giant said.
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Crossrail doubles test trains in ‘important milestone’
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Crossrail has announced it is entering a “crucial” development phase as it doubles the number of test trains.
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Government urged to reverse decision to axe on-board catering at rail firm
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Union leaders have attacked a government decision to end an on-board catering contract at a train operator, threatening the loss of 130 jobs in the new year.
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HS2 security guards accused of using ‘excessive force’ against protesters
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Accusations of “excessive force” being used by security guards on the HS2 rail project against protesters have been raised at Westminster.
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Duke and Duchess set off on royal train tour to thank key workers
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will travel across the country by royal train to thank communities, outstanding individuals and key workers for their efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Birmingham New Street’s Christmas Eve meal returns as takeaway
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Birmingham New Street’s highly successful Christmas Eve meal for the city’s homeless is returning this year – but with a difference.
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Government to cut £1bn from rail infrastructure budget
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Britain’s rail infrastructure budget has been cut by £1 billion following the Chancellor’s Spending Review.
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World’s first digital LED train opens at Watercress Line
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Hampshire’s Watercress Line is hosting a unique Christmas spectacular this month with the world’s first digital LED train.
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Rail service punctuality declines as passengers return
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Rail punctuality has declined since demand increased following the end of the first COVID-19 lockdown, new figures show.
