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Thameslink to gain £3.5b boost
Multi-billion investment to beat rail congestion

The government has announced a multi-billion pound investment in the railways, designed to ease passenger overcrowding and encourage commuters to switch to public transport. Transport secretary Ruth Kelly unveiled the new transport white paper today, committing the government to three major projects designed to reduce bottlenecks on urban routes. Ms Kelly said the white paper… Read more »

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Ken: Govt cannot duck Crossrail
Livingstone: Crossrail vital for London

The Mayor of London Ken Livingstone has hinted he will withdraw his support for the Labour party if progress is not reached on Crossrail before the next election. In an interview with Prospect magazine, the Mayor warned the government not to “duck” Crossrail, arguing the cross-city transport initiative is vital for London’s continued growth. Further… Read more »