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Monday, 28 October 2024

The Independent

• November tube strikes: When are they and which lines are affected?After a period of strike-free travel on the London Underground, two transport unions have announced a series of walkouts in November.

Times Online

• Is train wi-fi really that bad? We put it to the test. [subscription]A marathon streaming session of Bond films, across seven train journeys, highlights the state of internet access on Britain?s rail network

Daily Express

• UK train line with the most stations has 60 stops but takes just 74 minutes to completeThis UK train line stops at 60 stations - more than any other London Underground - but takes just 74 minutes from start to finish.

Manchester Evening News

• Andy Burnham slams Northern again over 'embarrassing' travel warningAndy Burnham has slammed Northern again over an 'embarrassing' travel warning issued by the operator. Travellers were urged not to travel on various routes on Sunday (October 27) over the possibility of last minute cancellations.

Carlisle News & Star

• Borders Rail extension to Carlisle 'vital to economic growth' in areaCampaigners from Scotland, Cumbria and further afield gathered in Carlisle for the annual campaign for Borders Rail conference.

Other Regional Press

• Shock study finds benefit of Wisbech March rail falls well below threshold to justify costFour options for a rail connection between Wisbech and March will be considered next month with costs ranging from up to £230m for restoration of heavy rail to up to £180m for tram/light rail variants.

Railway Gazette

• Vibrations used to provide tramway safety alertsUK: Testing on the Sheffield Supertram network has found that the VibeSafe portable track vibration detection system developed by Efficiency Ups Ltd could offer a reliable and cost-effective way of alerting pedestrians to approaching trams.