Investment into reopening rail lines – Transport Focus comment
23 January 2021
Today the Department for Transport announced a £794 million investment package into reopening East West Rail and the Northumberland Line.
Transport Focus chief executive Anthony Smith commented:
“This ongoing investment and commitment to rail travel is welcome. Reopening these lines will provide more sustainable choices for future passengers.”
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