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Railway heritage
50 years of electrifying the West Coast Main Line
18 July 2024 | 4 min read
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the electrification of the West Coast Main Line – helping more people travel…
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Project updates
Bringing better connections to the West of England
17 July 2024 | 1 min read
We’re working hard to create better rail links in Bristol and the West of England. It’s part of our mission…
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Safeguarding the Forth Bridge
16 July 2024 | 2 min read
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From teacher to railway signaller at 57
16 July 2024 | 3 min read
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Freight in numbers
12 July 2024 | 3 min read
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Reopening the railway in Levenmouth
10 July 2024 | 3 min read