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Monday, 10 January 2011

The Guardian

• High-speed rail should not be all about Londoners Britain's modern railways were invented in the north. But with the proposed new high-speed line, it seems the capital is the start and the destination

The Herald

• Beleaguered tram company has spent £20m hiring consultants Edinburgh’s tram development body has been criticised after its bill for hiring consultants reached £20 million.

Mail Online

• 100 Londoners take part in annual No Trousers Tube RideThe thrill-seekers made the journey on the Bakerloo Line from Charing Cross to Paddington and back surrounded by commuters who had no idea what was happening.

Other Regional Press

• Fears area is losing out on rail services MP JOAN Walley is urging business and civic leaders to have their say on rail services in North Staffordshire. Network Rail has produced its draft Route Utilisation Strategy for the West Coast Main Line and the public has until March 11 to respond.

Other News Sources

• Oyster Penalty Fares Hit MillionsIt’s not been a great month for rail commuters – we’ve had tube fare rises, rail fare increases and now fines for not touching in or out out with Oyster are up to £6.50.