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Case for superfast link right into Liverpool to be put to government
Call to axe HS2 in favour of reopening Woodhead line from Sheffield
Campaigners fighting HS2 have urged the Government to ditch the plans and reopen a closed route between Sheffield and Manchester instead.
Monday, 11 August 2014
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- Heathrow passenger numbers hit record high in JulyHeathrow said passenger numbers hit a record high in July as it reiterated its argument for expansion.
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- Iranian aircraft crashes in TehranAntonov An-140 took off from city’s Mehrabad Airport and crashed immediately, reportedly killing 39 passengers and crew, with nine taken to hospital
- Malaysia Airlines seeks change of fortunesThis year’s double tragedies have left carrier’s future in serious doubt but it was already in financial trouble
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- Revealed: How 'discount' travel websites end up costing you MORE than buying tickets direct from budget airlines Service fees, taxes and charges for extra baggage are among the extra costs that hike up the 'bargain' prices listed on popular flight comparison websites.
- Struggling Monarch in talks with outside investors to raise £60m lifeline Monarch, whose roots lay in the charter industry, is seeking to transform itself in a low-cost leisure carrier focused on short-haul routes.
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- Our airport is landing new opportunities for region Andrew Cowan is chief operating officer of Manchester Airports Group and says the airport has been working hard to attract the airlines and destinations that north west businesses need
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- Car crashes into security barrier at Gatwick Airport A car crashed into the security barriers of Gatwick Airport in the early hours of this morning.
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