BY GEORGE, IT’S STEPHENSON

Monday 19 Sep 2005

BY GEORGE, IT’S STEPHENSON

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Passers-by could be forgiven for thinking they were seeing a ghost in York. A George Stephenson look-alike helped Hugh Bayley MP unveil a plaque outside a building named after the great railway pioneer himself. Dyan Crowther, Route Director, Network Rail said: “It is a fitting tribute that this building is named after George Stephenson. As the nation’s foremost railway engineer he was renowned for his enthusiasm and pride in his achievements. He also took an interest in the education of young engineers. These are values that Network Rail mirrors in its commitment to rebuild Britain’s railways.” Up to £1 million is set to be saved by moving the majority of Network Rail’s York workforce under one roof. George Stephenson House provides a quality working environment for over 800 employees. The move is part of Network Rail’s commitment to reducing overheads and improving efficiency.

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