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  1. daodao

    Could Metrolink trams be the solution for the Rose Hill Marple line?

    Mod note: split from https://www.railforums.co.uk/threads/temporary-closure-for-rose-hill-marple.206872/ In my view, the sooner TfGM take over the ex-GC routes Southeast of Manchester to run as Metrolink, the better. They should be the next Metrolink lines. It is clear that Northern Rail...
  2. daodao

    Trafford Centre threatened with closure; could the Metrolink line be a white elephant?

    Moderator note: Split from https://www.railforums.co.uk/threads/manchester-metrolink-trafford-centre-extension.171586/ https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/trafford-centre-risk-administration-closure-18470030 On 19/3/20, in post 124 of the thread...
  3. daodao

    I would be prepared to pay extra to reduce the chances of a train company wrongly prosecuting me for using split tickets

    Moderator note: split from https://www.railforums.co.uk/threads/split-ticket-connecting-train-delayed-court-action.203895 I sympathise with the OP (@Mickyb) , who should not be punished for planning their journey taking account of the current NRCOT. Personally, I would not risk split ticketing...
  4. daodao

    The EU could insist on much more stringent control for travel between EU and GB

    Moderator note: Split from https://www.railforums.co.uk/threads/eurostar-possible-expansion.199790/ Once the Brexit transition period ends on 31/12/20, the EU will presumably insist on much more stringent control for travel between the EU and the UK, which will be a "3rd country", so all...
  5. daodao

    Castlefield corridor potential solutions?

    Nearly all the problems arise from complicated routeings and trying to squeeze a quart into a pint pot. I suggest that: The Castlefield corridor should not be used for long-distance trains running outside NW England/West Riding and should be used only by Northern Rail (+ freight to/from...
  6. daodao

    Printed Timetable availability

    I called in at my local station (Altrincham) recently to pick up a timetable for the local line, but none were available in the information racks. I enquired at the ticket office and was informed that Northern Rail no longer issue printed timetables following the franchise renewal, and that...
  7. daodao

    Irish Rail affected by Bus Eireann strike

    Many Irish provincial rail services on 24/3/17 have been cancelled as rail staff will not cross picket lines. The update below from IR on 25/3/17 states that further disruption is not anticipated. See http://www.irishrail.ie/news/rail-services-bus-eireann-dispute

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