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Cost of the railways to taxpayer is too high - ATOC repsonds to ORR report on efficiency

In response to the ORR’s assessment of Network Rail’s finances and efficiency, a spokesperson for ATOC said:“It’s widely recognised that the cost of the railways to the taxpayer is too high, particularly at a time when public spending is under such severe pressure.“Freeing up train...

Published on 10 September 2010, 6:30 PM by Blazer | 0 comment(s)

Tags: ATOC efficiency ORR

TfL asks; "Is your Zip Oyster photocard or free bus and tram travel about to expire?"

Transport for London (TfL) is reminding young people to make sure that they have a valid Zip Oyster photocard in order to make the most of the travel benefits available.The Zip scheme gives eligible 16- to 18-year-olds free or concessionary travel on London's buses and trams.These travel...

Published on 10 September 2010, 11:52 AM by Blazer | 0 comment(s)

Tags: Oyster TfL

Investing to build Britain's future

Maximising economic growth and getting more ‘bang for our buck’ has to be the priority in future investment decisions, a Network Rail study shows.With investment in infrastructure a key element of the coalition government’s strategy for growth, the report – ‘Prioritising investment to...

Published on 10 September 2010, 11:18 AM by Blazer | 0 comment(s)

Tags: investment Network Rail

Vandals attack Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway

Vandals attack on Welshpool and Llanfair Light RailwayWednesday 8th September 2010, 10:22AM BST. Shropshire Star tweetcount_url = 'http://www.shropshirestar.com/news/2010/09/08/vandals-attack-on-welshpool-and-llanfair-light-railway/'; tweetcount_title = 'Vandals...

Published on 9 September 2010, 7:33 AM by Orinoco | 0 comment(s)

House for sale with 1,000ft model railway in back garden

House with 1,000ft model railway in back garden goes under hammer By Daily Mail ReporterLast updated at 4:33 PM on 8th September 2010 Described as a 'train enthusiast's paradise', this semi-detached house has gone on the market for £105,000 - complete with its very...

Published on 9 September 2010, 7:25 AM by TedB | 0 comment(s)

Tags: Garden Railway Model Railway

Ely rail bridge' the most bashed in Britain'

Ely rail bridge 'the most bashed in Britain'Although it may lack the majesty of Brunel's masterpieces, the humble structure at Stuntney Road in Ely, Cambridgeshire is no ordinary railway bridge. By David Millward, Transport Editor Telegraph.co.ukPublished: 7:30AM BST 07...

Published on 8 September 2010, 10:19 PM by TedB | 0 comment(s)

Tags: Bridge Bridge Bashing Ely

Javelin trains from Kent to London 'being modified'

8 September 2010 Last updated at 18:06 From The BBC.Javelin trains from Kent to London 'being modified' The Japanese-built Javelin trains will be used during the 2012 London OlympicsThe high-speed Javelin trains operating between Kent and London are having to be modified, it has...

Published on 8 September 2010, 10:14 PM by TedB | 0 comment(s)

Tags: Javelin Modification Olympics Rolling Stock

UK railways named as Europe's most expensive

Britain's railways named as Europe's most expensiveNetwork Rail up to 40% less efficient in maintaining railway tracks and stations than European rivals, says regulator Dan Milmo, transport correspondent guardian.co.uk, Wednesday 8 September 2010 19.09 BST Network Rail...

Published on 8 September 2010, 10:09 PM by TedB | 0 comment(s)

Tags: Govt. Costs Network Rail UK Rail Industry

FTA Finds Houston METRO in Violation of Federal ‘Buy America’ Requirements and Procurement Laws

HOUSTON – The Harris County METRO system “violated both federal procurement law and the Buy America requirements” during the procurement and subsequent award of two light rail vehicle (LRV) contracts to Spanish rail car manufacturer Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles (CAF), Federal...

Published on 8 September 2010, 7:37 PM by Slowhand | 0 comment(s)

Tags: FTA Harris County METRO Rogoff

FTA sets out roadmap for transport spend

The Freight Transport Association has put the case for continued investment in key transport infrastructure projects to the government ahead of the Comprehensive Spending Review (CSR), due to be published on the 20 October. The leading trade body has identified a series of road and...

Published on 8 September 2010, 5:35 PM by Blazer | 0 comment(s)

Tags: CSR FTA

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