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Universities have backed £100 million proposals to restore direct rail links between Nottingham, Leicester and Coventry, according to new research.
An article on the BBC website says a report says academics believe better rail links between the cities will boost collaboration between campuses.
Regional transport body Midlands Connect has compiled the report as it seeks government funding for the scheme.
Lambeth Council and Network Rail have joined forces with many partners to develop an ambitious long-term plan for the future development of London Waterloo station and the surrounding Waterloo and South Bank area.
The London Waterloo Station vision sets out a series of long-term aspirations to deliver improvements to both the station and wider area that will further improve the wider neighbourhood and make it easier and safer for people to move around, promote active travel and support the local economy.
A major signalling upgrade in Cornwall is due for completion – ahead of a second phase of works in Devon.
An article on the BBC website saysNetwork Rail said 13 days of disruption were drawing to a close, with final safety checks under way by helicopter.
Passengers have used bus replacement services while “Victorian” infrastructure between Plymouth and St Erth was replaced.
The “once-in-a-generation” project will upgrade 66 miles (106km) of track, the company said.
Tickets on a new rail line will start from as little as £1 when it partially opens later this year.
An article on the BBC website says the Northumberland Line will carry passengers between Ashington and Newcastle, with three of its six stations to open in the summer.
Fares for passengers aged 21 and under will start from £1, and the maximum off-peak single fare for the full line will be less than £3.
Northumberland County Council said an “innovative” approach to pricing had been taken to help customers “get the best value travel”.
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