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Region collaborates to influence the future of rail
Senior partners came together in Colchester to chart the future of the region’s rail network – ensuring it delivers for passengers and businesses and helps the East to thrive. Hosted by Transport East at Colchester Town Hall on 20 November, the Future of Rail event brought together rail industry directors, local politicians, and transport partners…
Read MoreEast West Rail: Eastern Section Board supports commitments to progress a new eastern Cambridge station and extending dual-tracking toward Newmarket
“The East West Rail Eastern Section Board welcomes the publication of East West Rail’s ‘You Said, We Did’ responding to the 2024 non-statutory consultation. They have clearly considered the views expressed and responded. We particularly welcome the commitments to progressing a station in eastern Cambridge and extending dual-tracking infrastructure towards Newmarket – both of these…
Read MoreTransport East welcomes the laying of the Railways Bill through Parliament
Andrew Summers has responded to the laying of the Government’s Railways Bill: “Transport East welcomes the laying of the Railways Bill through Parliament. This marks the start of legislative process to establish Great British Railways (GBR). “Transport East contributed to the consultation with written evidence and supports this landmark reform to create a simpler and…
Read MoreAndrew Summers responds to news that Greater Anglia’s rail services will be in public ownership on Sunday, 12 October
“With Greater Anglia rail services returning to public ownership this Sunday, we welcome the Government’s continued commitment to delivering a more integrated, passenger-focused rail network across the East. “Greater Anglia has consistently been recognised as one of the nation’s best-performing rail operators, delivering reliable services and strong customer satisfaction. The network plays a vital role…
Read MoreTransport East’s achievements recognised at the National Transport Awards
Transport East was shortlisted at the National Transport Awards, recognising the partnership’s work to improve travel and transport for rural communities. We were delighted to be a finalist in the John Prescott Regional Transport Authority of the Year Award. While we didn’t win, the shortlisting highlights our efforts to bring together partners to tackle the unique…
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