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Sunday, 29 June 2014

BBC News

• Lanes reopen after motorway crashOne lane remains closed on the main road into Scotland following a crash involving two coaches and a lorry.

The Telegraph

• Sir Chris Hoy in collision at Goodwood Festival of SpeedSir Chris Hoy emerges unscathed after his car ploughs into safety fencing during a run at the Goodwood Festival of Speed

Daily Record

• Revealed: Meet the liner engineer who's been all at sea for 42 years.. and loved every minute of itCHIEF Engineer Ronnie Keir has served on tankers, container ships, ferries, diving support ships and ­passenger ships – and the majestic Queen Victoria.

Mail Online

• Rail warning system "ears" can hear landslideElectronic “ears” have been installed along one of Scotland’s most landslide-prone train lines in a pioneering project that could protect rail tracks and roads across Scotland.
• Two Ryanair jets collide at Stansted Airport causing delays and passenger evacuations A collision between two Ryanair planes on the runway at Stansted Airport caused passengers to be evacuated and flights to be delayed for three hours.

This is Money

• George Osborne's rail plan is just the ticket for businessesBusiness groups have cautiously welcomed George Osborne’s proposal for a high speed rail link between Manchester and Leeds to create a ’Northern global powerhouse’. He said the £7 billion plan could cut travel times from 50 minutes to 30 minutes.

Birmingham Post

• NEC vies for London crowd in Virgin talks Virgin Trains is holding discussions with bosses at the NEC and Birmingham Airport over the prospect of additional early and late trains between Birmingham International and London Euston.
• SUV to keep MG on the right road Birmingham car-maker MG has confirmed it will definitely produce the firm's first SUV when a version of its concept CS vehicle goes into production.

Manchester Evening News

• Great Manchester Cycle 2014: All you need to knowMiles of Manchester's roads will be closed to traffic on Sunday including part of the Mancunian Way as cyclists are given free reign of the city

Sheffield Star

• Former tram depot arches transformed in art projectSeven archways of Sheffield’s iconic former Leadmill Tram Depot have been transformed as part of a large-scale optical art project.

Sheffield Telegraph

• Business leader calls for better rail links between Sheffield and ManchesterBetter rail links between Sheffield and Manchester should be part of Government economic plans say business leaders.

Yorkshire Post

• Late cycling legend Beryl Burton is the greatest, says Maxine PeakeBeryl Burton is the greatest sportsperson this country has ever produced.

Blackpool Gazette

• Drivers take up cheaper town parkingFigures released today show town centre car parks are busier following the introduction of cheaper charges.

East Anglian Daily Times

• A12: Overturned car between Woodbridge and Martlesham causes carriageway closurePart of the A12 southbound carriageway is closed due to an overturned car between Woodbridge and Martlesham.

Other Regional Press

• Chance to find out about rail line upgradeCommuters and road users worried about the impact of a £280m rail upgrade can get all the information they need at an event being held in Spalding on Tuesday. Network Rail are hosting a public meeting in the Red Lion Quarter, where officials will be on hand to answer any questions.
• Rail investment on the cards for lineVital work is to be carried out to improve the Hastings to Tonbridge railway line after the wettest winter on record took its toll on the infrastructure. The relentless rain caused huge problems earlier in the year, with major landslips reported on the line at Marley Farm in Battle, the Whatlington Viaduct and near Stonegate station.
• Schoolgirl hopes her invention makes cycling revolution A MONMOUTH schoolgirl is hoping her new invention will revolutionise the way children learn to ride bikes and also make her a millionaire.
• Residents air views on tram line debate PLANS to introduce a tram line at the former Grove rail station sparked debate between Wantage and Grove residents.
• Motorists warned of roadworks at the A1 Black Cat Roundabout and on the A6001 in Biggleswade, BedfordshireMotorists are being warned of roadworks at the A1 Black Cat roundabout and on the A1/A6001 Biggleswade.
• Classic cars main attraction at charity event MORE THAN 100 vehicles will turn out for tomorrow’s 16th Transport of Yesteryear event at School Hill in Chickerell from 10am.
• COASTGUARD ROUNDUP: Kitesurfer and windsurfer get in to difficulties COASTGUARDS were called to assist a kitesurfer who got in to difficulties in Portland Harbour.

Aviation Industry

• Is flying premium economy worth it?IS IT WORTH IT? The Premium Economy seat, itself comes with a premium of around 50-60 per cent on top of standard economy.