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£7.8M IMPROVEMENT AT FALMOUTH STEAMS AHEAD
The scheme to double the number of train services on the Falmouth branch line has entered a vital stage. The additional 400 metres-long track, which is a key element to help deliver two trains per hour at peak period, will be installed during a massive programme of work on 13 – 17 October and 20 -24 October.
A DAY’S WORK FOR 120 YEARS OF RAIL BENEFITS
It may have been standing for over a century, but thanks to a new method of bridge replacement, the Pill Bridge, in Avonmouth was replaced by Network Rail in just eight hours. This technique, being piloted in the West Country for the first time, forms part of Network Rail’s ambitions to complete engineering work in less time.
IMPROVING THE RAILWAY IN DEVON AND CORNWALL
Smoother and more reliable train journeys in Devon and Cornwall is the goal of vital annual planned rail improvement work to be carried out by Network Rail. Starting next week, essential track maintenance and renewals will begin on West Country branch lines.
THOUSANDS SHARE THE VISION FOR READING RAILWAY
More than a thousand people saw the future of the railway at Reading as they joined Network Rail at its roadshow, which unveiled plans to provide a better station and more trains for passengers.
RAILWAY BRIDGES LOOK TEN YEARS YOUNGER (WEST COUNTRY)
The South West of England have received a cash injection of more than £3.6m from Network Rail to makeover five unsightly railway bridges. These bridges, which have been blighted by graffiti, fly posters and pigeons, will be thoroughly cleaned and re-painted to bring them back to their former splendour.
A SHARED VISION BOOSTS THE RAILWAY AT READING
Proposals to deliver the biggest ever investment at Reading are unveiled for the first time today by Network Rail. Backed by the Department for Transport, the scheme aims to boost performance and expand the railway. Five new platforms, an elevated railway, a new station entrance and a new train depot are among a host of improvements presented at Network Rail’s exhibition.
£350K INITIATIVE TO FENCE-IN RAIL CRIME OFFENDERS IN THE WEST COUNTRY
Network Rail is toughening its measures to tackle railway crime. It is installing over 4000 metres of fencing around the railway in the South West, to make it more difficult for trespassers or those looking to commit crimes such as vandalism or graffiti to access the railway.
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