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I am inclined to follow this aphorism - " When in trouble - Or in doubt - Run in Circles -Scream and Shout".

Subject: Scrutiny of the draft Rail Reform Bill Witness(es): Fiona Hyslop MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Transport, The Scottish Government Witness(es): Andrew Haines, Chief Executive and Lead, Network Rail and Great British Railways Transition Team; Lord Hendy CBE, Chair, Network Rail Witness(es)...

https://revolutionvlr.com/ https://www.buxtonadvertiser.co.uk/news/transport/buxton-shortlisted-for-new-pioneering-electric-passenger-railway-to-ride-on-freight-lines-to-peak-district-beauty-spots-4580715 In April 2022, working with Eversholt Rail, TDI, Northern Trains, the Friends of Buxton...

Also how long does the loading/unloading road have to be at a container terminal?

This Network Rail video shows the progress being made on the new access road to the former Ravenscraig Steel Works site and the WCML Bridge. https://www.networkrailmediacentre.co.uk/news/ravenscraig-project-prepares-for-the-largest-bridge-lift-in-europe So diversions via Kilmarnock for Glasgow...

Can somebody fill me in on the history of the flyover at Bletchley. It was built for post war freight flows that never materialised and became a white elephant. What were the pre viaduct arrangements whereby the old Varsity line crossed the West Coast Main Line, both of which were operated by...

Business plan for M1-A6 road link dubbed 'reckless' by independent councillor | Luton Today Luton Today features a report that long suggested rail freight interchange next to junction11A (North Luton/Dunstable) on the M1 could be built. This would be in addition to the long standing proposal by...

Browsing through the Luton Local Transport Plan Luton Local Transport Plan 2011-2026.pdf I came across this map which shows a new station aspiration at Sundon, near Toddington on the MML. It is linked to an extension of the Luton Dunstable Houghton Regis busway and would serve the housing infill...

Mods - This post addresses policy rather than operational issues - Please relocate at your discretion if this does not fit this thread groups terms of reference. Rail Penalty Fare value reform - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Are the proposals contained contained this document in of themselves sufficient...

How many bin-liner services are operated regularly in United Kingdom? Are there plans for new rail services to EFW plants, for example the new one being completed at Stewartby on the route of the EWR? If this has been discussed before I would appreciate redirection.

I have come across odd references in the local press for a new station at Hampton. It is not as far as I can see on Network Rail's radar so is probably just a local campaign. Does anybody have any (a) further information and (b) where it would be?

UK Tram has published a ‘route map’ to help the promoters of light rail schemes understand and progress through the planning process by building a solid case for their plans. There is a vade mecum description on the information required by the legislative and planning processes. It should...

In 2019 the Nottingham Post reported the opening of the East Midlands freight terminal https://www.nottinghampost.com/news/local-news/first-ever-freight-train-pulls-3657970 The Handy Shipping Guide now reports a new MSC ( Mediterranean Shipping Company) has launched a new rail feeder service...

This PWI lecture lasts for one hour and is a comprehensive review by Network Rails Stephen Hart. For the benefit of those members who are unable to read or hear this presentation - it is supported by Stephen Hart's comprehensive commentary and a similar set of slides. This is a very substantial...

Stephen Hart of Network Rail outlines the proposed Decarbonisation Strategy and expands on the earlier reports Traction Decarbonisation – Steven Hart - YouTube Explaining the Strategy and its proposed implementation. An hour well spent.

https://www.constructionenquirer.com/2020/11/04/heavy-bridge-slide-stalls-as-transporters-sink-into-mud/ Construction Enquirer reports problems with the replacement of Gipsy Patch Lane Bridge: This is the first report I have read of such difficulties? Has this happened before?

https://www.railengineer.co.uk/video-catesby-tunnel/ Rail Engineer has an interesting video on the redevelopment of the tunnel. The former Great Central Main Line tunnel has been converted to a vehicle test track. In essence it is the obverse of a wind tunnel - in tat the air flow being...

The metre-gauge operator Zentralbahn is to purchase the 5 km Meiringen-Innertkirchen-Bahn from hydroelectric power company Kraftwerke Oberhasli. The latter are giving up rail operations as a result of changes in legal and operating requirements. This move could in turn bring forward proposals to...

Is there an overall plan and timetable? What are the logical next steps after F2N? Which other container port routes could justify electrification?

Is Crewe Basford Hall used only as a virtual quarry and a place to change freight train crews (and traction?)