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Northern transport
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PM sets out plans to give the north more control of rail services
Northern mayors and combined authorities will have greater control over setting local train fares, timetables, and budgets under sweeping new plans set out by the prime minister. -
MPs call for £39bn downpayment on Northern Powerhouse Rail
Chancellor pressed to make a definite financial commitment to major transport projects in the north. -
£400m funding boost can deliver six “quick win” northern transport projects, IPPR say
The IPPR North say the government must use its 2019 Spending Review to allocate and devolve a £400m project development fund. -
Commission announced to deliver new Liverpool city centre station
City leaders urge government to commit to funding major station project for Liverpool. -
Leaders outline why Northern Powerhouse Rail’s next stop should be Bradford
Leaders in Bradford say Northern Powerhouse Rail is more than just faster and frequent trains – it’s about connecting people to opportunities. -
Speaking up for transport in the north
Infrastructure Intelligence editor, Andy Walker, reports from an important conference on transport in the north. -
Northern rail leaders unite and demand end to 30-year investment drought
Northern Rail Industry Leaders unveil 14 recommendations on how rail businesses can support much-needed rail investment. -
Northern leaders outline investment case for Leeds Station transformation
Leeds is a city with big ambitions and civic leaders from the region have underlined the business case for investment in its station. -
City leader welcomes pledge to bring high-speed rail to Bradford
Bradford Council leader Susan Hinchcliffe has welcomed Chris Grayling's vow to bring high-speed rail to the Yorkshire region. -
WSP to scope out economic case for trans-Pennine transport schemes
WSP appointed by Highways England to undertake technical study to bolster economic case for a new route across the Pennines