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Northern transport
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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 -
Poorest northern families face loss of work due to unreliable transport, report claims
A new report says northerners are suffering from poor transport links and being forced to take on lengthy commutes so they can keep working.