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First Hull Trains track access extended until 2029

23 March 2016 | By Katie Sadler, Digital Content Producer, Global Railway Review

FirstGroup’s application for the extension of track on its First Hull Trains operation has been approved by the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) for a further 10 years.

London Overground concession awarded to Arriva

18 March 2016 | By Katie Sadler, Digital Content Producer, Global Railway Review

Transport for London (TfL) has revealed it intends to award the new £1.5 billion London Overground concession to Arriva Rail London Limited.

Industry gives reaction to publication of Shaw Report

17 March 2016 | By Katie Sadler, Digital Content Producer, Global Railway Review

On 16 March 2016, the Department for Transport published the final Shaw Report giving recommendations for the future shape and financing of Network Rail.

Budget 2016: Chancellor commits to Crossrail 2 and HS3

16 March 2016 | By Katie Sadler, Digital Content Producer, Global Railway Review

In his Budget 2016, Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne has confirmed an investment of £300m for transport projects including a commitment to Crossrail 2 and High Speed 3.

Belfast Transport Hub regeneration project gets underway

10 March 2016 | By Katie Sadler, Digital Content Producer, Global Railway Review

Belfast Transport Hub Regeneration Project has entered an important phase of work with demolition beginning on the main construction site area situated along Grosvenor Road in the City Centre.