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  • New state-of-the-art InterCity Express train arrives in the UK

    Multi-billion pound government investment to deliver huge benefits to passengers, create British jobs and boost the economy.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Pacer vehicles withdrawal: confirming the ministerial direction

    Letter confirming a ministerial direction relating to the withdrawal of Pacer vehicles by 2020.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Pacer vehicles withdrawal: seeking a ministerial direction

    Letter seeking a ministerial direction in relation to the withdrawal of Pacer vehicles by 2020.

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  • Transformation of rail travel in the north

    Plans unveiled for rail passengers in the north include a brand new fleet of modern trains.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Transport Minister promotes UK transport expertise in Taiwan and Japan

    Baroness Kramer visits Taiwan and Japan to help raise the profile of UK companies and transport expertise.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New state-of-the-art InterCity Express train to arrive in the UK in March

    The first of Britain’s new generation of high-tech passenger trains has started its journey from Japan to the UK.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New plan to secure rail services for the north

    Existing rail services will be maintained and more seats will be offered in the north of England as part of a plan to secure rolling stock.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Rail in the north: rolling stock

    An agreement has been reached with with TransPennine Express and Northern Rail that will offer extra rolling stock for the north of England.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Thousands more seats for London Midland passengers

    New trains to bring more seats and services to passengers travelling between London and the West Midlands.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New trains for Gatwick Express and Thameslink

    Government welcomes new carriages for Gatwick Express and Thameslink routes.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Train takes centre stage at a ceremony of remembrance

    Secretary of State for Transport joined military personnel to welcome the ‘For the Fallen’ at Kings Cross Station.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Minister sees the future of Britain’s train fleet

    Rail Minister Claire Perry toured a mock-up of Hitachi’s new train, part of the government’s £5.7 billion Intercity Express Programme.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • More seats for London Midland passengers as extra trains delivered early

    £62 million government investment will see a ‘next generation’ train fleet operating between London and West Midlands.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Passengers to benefit from £210 million boost to UK’s busiest commuter network

    150 new carriages will increase capacity, create jobs and boost economic growth.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Rail Minister sees south-west improvement schemes

    Works will boost capacity and transform the passenger experience.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Baroness Kramer welcomes start of production on Thameslink trains

    Up to 300 jobs created in component manufacturing in the north-east.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Plans unveiled to boost wi-fi on trains

    More than £53 million will be invested so passengers receive seamless mobile broadband connections.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Better journeys for passengers on the West Coast Main Line

    New contract will bring £35 million worth of passenger benefits, including 5,500 extra standard-class seats per day.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Rail investment: Intercity Express Programme

    The East Coast Intercity Express Programme contract has been financed by Agility Trains East, bringing state-of-the-art trains into service.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New state-of-the-art passenger train unveiled

    A new electric Class 700 train is set to improve the travel experience for passengers and boost the economy.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government